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I am sitting here in my rented property - and I am at a loss of what to do that’ll clear this bed bug infestation. I moved into the house eight months ago! But, my son and I have had a nightmare with bed bugs bites
these red irritated and itchy bumps. *There are many exaggerated claims out there on lavender and other essential oils for household & medicinal uses. But, does lavender Kill Bed Bugs (check pictures)? * *The simple answer is, No, Lavender won’t kill bed bugs - but the bugs don’t like its smell. So, mixing lavender oil with rubbing alcohol (91% proof) will repel or deter the bloodsuckers. * *Lavender won’t be an excellent long term treatment but will keep the bites to a minimum!!! Side Note: Also, bed bugs hate cedar oil, bleach, vinegar, and tea tree. * [amazon bestseller=“Best Bed Bugs Killers” items=“2” template=“table”] Does Lavender Kill Bed Bugs? DIY Bed Bug Removal No major scientific research points to the effectiveness of lavender in killing bed bugs. This entomology case study points out that essential oils, including lavender, aren’t as effective as bed bug sprays . This doesn’t mean that all essential oils won’t kill bed bugs. A recent Rutgers University study reported an insecticide made from cedar and geranium oil kill bed bug in a quarter of the treated houses. What about real lavender? Real lavender will repel bed bugs but won’t be as effective as a lavender spray. Lavender is proven to poison pets and animals, causing vomiting and nausea. However, bed bugs will wittingly move around the real lavender, and thus they won’t get to ingest it - remember, bed bugs are only about 1/4 inch in body size. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwTzacUJugk
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