Our first reaction is to scratch, but the stimulation caused by scratching will not only increase the mechanical pressure on the skin, but also speed up the local blood flow and induce the release of histamine. In the end, it will become a vicious cycle of more scratching, more itching, and more scratching, which will also make the mosquito bite bigger and the itching area wider.
Generally speaking, after being bitten by mosquitoes, applying some Fengyoujing or Huoxiangzhengqishui, which are commonly available at home, can relieve itching. However, if there is no medicine around, or for pregnant women and infants who are sensitive to medicine, some “materials” around can also achieve the purpose of quickly relieving itching.
For example, lemon juice, aloe vera juice, watermelon peel, ice cubes, etc., can astringe the blood vessels of the skin and relieve itching. Tea polyphenols in tea can kill bacteria, reduce inflammation, and relieve itching. The alkaline substances in soapy water and mint toothpaste can neutralize the formic acid in mosquito saliva and quickly eliminate skin heat, pain, and itching.
After learning this knowledge, I hope everyone can have a comfortable summer without mosquitoes. Finally, I still want to ask a very sincere question: Mosquitoes, when will you become extinct?