Catnip lotion as effective as Deet at repelling mosquitoes, study finds
A new study reveals that catnip lotion is as effective as DEET at repelling mosquitoes, offering a natural alternative for protection.
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Researchers have discovered that a catnip-based lotion performs as well as DEET in repelling mosquitoes. The repellent was developed in Uganda.
Coverage from The Guardian, Yahoo Health, PhillyVoice, and El Cronista emphasizes the effectiveness of the natural alternative. The Eastleigh Voice highlights the lotion's potential as an affordable option.
Future developments depend on the continued application of the study's findings regarding this natural repellent.
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Quick answers
How does catnip lotion compare to DEET?
According to multiple sources, including The Guardian and PhillyVoice, the lotion is just as effective as DEET at repelling mosquitoes.
Where was the catnip lotion developed?
The Eastleigh Voice reports that the lotion was developed in Uganda.
Is the catnip lotion considered affordable?
The Eastleigh Voice notes that the lotion shows promise as an affordable mosquito repellent.
Coverage (5)
- Move Over, DEET: Catnip Lotion Is Just As Effective At Repelling Mosquitoes, Study Finds Yahoo Health · 1d ago
- Scientists Discover a Natural Mosquito Repellent That Works as Well as DEET El Cronista · 1d ago
- Uganda-developed catnip lotion shows promise as affordable mosquito repellent The Eastleigh Voice · 1d ago
- Catnip lotion is as effective as DEET at repelling mosquitoes, study says PhillyVoice · 1d ago
- Catnip lotion as effective as Deet at repelling mosquitoes, study finds The Guardian · 1d ago broke it first
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