No one likes getting mosquito bites, for example, their irritating itching that follows their bites. Now when summer has arrived, say welcome to the mosquito season.

Here are 10 tricks to make mosquito bites stop itching:

Honey

This is the perfect ingredient to use for relieving mosquito bites due to its powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Just apply a little honey on the bite to heal it as soon as possible.

Ice

Cold temperatures and ice, reduces the swelling and stops the itching.

Baking Soda

Baking soda may provide relief from a mosquito bite. Just mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with a few drops of water and apply the paste to the mosquito bite.

Scotch Tape

Cover the bite with scotch tape to relieve an itchy mosquito bite. But only do this for a day, as the skin needs to breathe.

Diluted Minced Garlic

Mince some garlic and dilute it with coconut oil. Their anti-viral properties will help the itch go away.

Basil Rub

Boil 2 cups of water with 1/2 an ounce of dried basil leaves. Leave the mixture to steep until it’s cool. Then soak a washcloth to apply it to the bites.

Hot Spoon Trick

Take a regular teaspoon and put it under warm water, then place it on the bite. Thus, will break down the protein injected and stop the itching.

Cold Tea Bag

Tea bags are great at drawing toxins out of the body. Just, place a used tea bag on the bite and it will reduce the residual itch.

Aloe Vera

The vitamins and minerals found in aloe vera will relieve the itching due to mosquito bites.

Oatmeal Bath

If you have many bites, try an oatmeal bath and enjoy the soothing experience. Add a bit of oatmeal to your bath, and ease your body from the mosquito bites.