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Eyes are very sensitive and can easily swell up even with a small irritation like lack of sleep, physical stress, excessive crying, sinusitis, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, hangovers or allergies.

Almost everyone has experienced swelling in the eyes or eyelids due to any of the above reasons. Eyelids contain many tiny blood vessels and when there is an inflammation or excess fluid in the connective tissues surrounding the eye then there will swelling in the eyelids.

Eyelid swelling can happen in either the lower or upper eyelid (or both in some cases) and becomes enlarged. In general, swollen eyes make one look tired and ill, so you have to clear them quickly to overcome this discomfort and irritation.

If you’re suffering from persistent eye swelling that caused due to any internal problem then make sure to consult your doctor immediately for proper diagnose and treatment.

Some causes include bacterial or viral infections, conjunctivitis, orbital cellulitis, blepharitis, styes, chalazion, eyelid dermatitis, blepharochalasis, shingles, eye allergies, contact lenses or cleaning solutions, gland blockage, too much sodium, alcohol intake, genetics, too much usage of artificial sweetener, dehydration, certain medications, high blood pressure, etc.

One can experience certain symptoms like redness, scale formation, itching, unable to open or close your eyes completely, difficulty in blinking, pain, discharge, facial swelling, puffiness, tenderness or loss of eyelashes (in some severe cases), etc.

If you unable to open your eyes in the morning due to swollen eyes or wake up with eye swelling then don’t worry or rush to your doctor (or pharmacy for eye drops or ointment) for medications. The Mother Nature has given so many amazing remedies to deal with various health or skin problems, including swollen eyes.

Home Remedies for Swollen Eyes:

Here are some of the best and most effective natural remedies that widely used to treat eyelid swelling at home.

Let’s get started…

Remedy – 1: (Cucumber)

Cucumber is an excellent remedy that used to hydrate your eyes and reduce its swelling. The rich content of nutrients (vitamin C & Caffeic acid) in cucumber will help to nourish the skin around the eyes and reduce skin irritation.

• Take a medium-sized cucumber and slice it into thin circles.
• Place these cucumber slices in refrigerator for a couple of minutes.
• Then take out and place this chilled cucumber on each eye.
• Let it sit for about 15 minutes to soothe your irritated blood vessels and constrict them to reduce swelling.
• After that, take off the cucumber slices and repeat this process for once or twice daily until you get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 2: (Cold Compress)

A cold compress will be used to reduce the swelling and irritation on the body (including eye area). This will constrict the blood vessels around the eyes to make them relax and soothe the area.

• Take few ice cubes and wrap it in a thin cotton cloth.
• Place it on the swollen eye area and let it sit for 15 minutes and take it out.
• Regular follow up of this process for 3 – 4 times daily will help to soothe the swollen eye areas and reduce puffiness and swelling.

Note: Or use frozen peas or vegetables as a cold compress on the affected areas, especially at night before bedtime.

Remedy – 3: (Coriander)

Coriander exhibits some cooling and therapeutic properties that help a lot in treating various eye ailments, including eye swelling. It effectively reduces the pain and swelling caused by swollen eyes.

• Take some coriander seeds and tie it in a thin cotton cloth.
• Soak this cloth in water for few hours or overnight.
• After that, use this coriander water to rinse your eyes and also place the coriander tied bag on your swollen eyelids.
• Let it sit for about 15 – 20 minutes to bring down the swelling and other irritation.
• Repeat the same process regularly until you get complete relief from pain and swelling.

Remedy – 4: (Black Tea Bags)

Black tea bags contain tannins that exhibit anti-inflammatory properties that reduce your itching or burning sensation along with redness and swelling. It raises the efficiency and thus gives relief from tired and lifeless eyes.

• For this process, we need a used tea bag, which is refrigerated to get the cooling effect.
• Place a used tea on each of your eyes, particularly on the swollen areas.
• Let it sit for at least 15 minutes and take out the black tea bags.
• Do the same process for once or twice daily until you get rid of the problem.

Note:

• Or use any other herbal tea bags like chamomile tea (soothing and relaxing) or green tea instead of black tea bags for getting rid of swollen eyes.
• Also, drink this herbal tea to get relief from inside the body.

Remedy – 5: (Eye Mask)

Wearing eye mask while suffering from persistent swelling in the eyes will help you to get relief from the problem. Eye mask reduces the swelling that caused due to the constant fluttering of the eyelids. This help to reduce the irritation of the blood vessels around the skin and thereby clears swelling.

Wear eye mask at night before going to bed will help to reduce the fluttering movements and thereby prevent swollen eyes. Take out the mask in the morning to lessen the eye swelling. Do it regularly till you get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 6: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera contains anti-inflammatory and skin soothing properties that heal swelling in your eyes. The vitamin E content not only reduces the irritation but also helps for faster recovery of the skin.

• Take an aloe vera leaf and extract its gel.
• Then mix some vitamin E oil to it and stir well.
• Apply this mix on the swollen areas and massage gently for few minutes.
• Leave it for few hours to overnight and repeat the same process regularly till you get complete relief from the eyelid swelling.

Note: This combination not only used to treat swollen eyes but also clears wrinkles and other infections on the eye area.

Remedy – 7: (Turmeric)

Turmeric contains curcumin that exhibits antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help to reduce swelling and clear irritation and other discomforts caused by swollen eyes.

• Take 1 teaspoon of fresh turmeric powder in a bowl.
• Stir well by adding little water until it forms a fine paste.
• Apply it on the affected eye area and let it sit for few minutes to get dried naturally.
• For best and quick results, reapply it for every few hours or leave it for overnight till you get complete relief from swelling.

Remedy – 8: (Potatoes)

The rich content of vitamin B in potatoes will help to treat swelling and inflammation. It helps to shrink the inflamed skin by absorbing the excess water.

• Take a small potato and cut it into thin slices.
• Place these slices in refrigerator for few minutes.
• Then take it out and place it over the swollen eyes.
• Let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes and take out the potato slices.
• Continue this process for twice daily till 4 – 5 days to keep the swelling and inflammation at bay.

Remedy – 9: (Witch Hazel)

Witch hazel has anti-inflammatory and astringent properties that help to dry out the swollen area and reduce the inflammation, swelling, and puffiness.

• Simply brew a tea by using a witch hazel tea bag in 1 cup of boiling water.
• Steep for few minutes and use the tea to rinse your eyes.
• Cool the tea bag by placing it in the refrigerator and place it on the affected eye area for few minutes.
• Continue doing the same process regularly till you get complete relief from the problem.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Drink plenty of water to get rid of dehydration and to reduce puffiness and water retention around the eye are by encouraging urination.
2. Avoid salty foods and alcohol intake, as they make the body to get more dehydrated and aggravate the eye infection.
3. Anyone who is experiencing a sudden and unexplained swollen eyelid then they should immediately consult their doctor (eye specialist).
4. Consume a healthy diet that includes more of vitamins and minerals but make sure to consult your doctor to get specific diet required to get quick relief from the problem.
5. Avoid irritants and other well-known allergens that causing you the eye infection or eyelid swelling.
6. Wear sunglasses before stepping out in the sun to protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays and other environmental pollutants.
7. Avoid rubbing or scratching on the affected eye area, as it worsens your problem and delays its healing period.
8. Never ever place ice directly on the affected area, as it causes frostbite and causes damage to the skin. Instead, place a chilled spoon (cool spoon) on the affected eye for few minutes to get relief from pain and swelling.
9. Avoid over rinsing your face, especially eyes until the swelling relieved completely but at night or whenever you feel tired then splash your face with cold water to help constrict the blood vessels and relieves your swelling.

Final Word:

The problem is not serious but causes puffiness, swelling and tenderness of your lower or upper eyelid as indications of infections. Simply follow these natural remedies to get relief from the swelling in the eyes or eyelids.

Do you know any other successful natural remedies for swollen eyes? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

Bed Bugs are generally brown colored oval shaped insects that appear in the size of an apple seeds. They feed on the body of humans and animals and thereby change the body color to red.

Do you know that female bed bugs will lay hundreds of eggs at a time, which makes it difficult to clear them completely from the home? They are generally active at night time and bite all over the exposed areas of the body (face, neck, arms, hands, legs, etc.) by withdrawing the blood from the host body for about 3 – 10 minutes.

People in bedbug infested homes will experience a restless nights while some people may not even realize that they were bitten by these bugs until they develop symptoms like rashes, red itchy bumps, allergic reaction with painful swelling and burning, engorged bite marks, anaphylactic response on their skin.

The bed bug bites causes excessive itching and scratching which in turn results in skin infection. So, the first thing to do while dealing with bed bug bites is to rinse the affected area with a mild antiseptic soap and water, which helps to reduce the itching and thereby prevent skin infection.

Always remember to consult your dermatologist, if you didn’t get relief from this problem or if developed any skin infection or allergic for proper diagnose and treatment.

Instead of using over the counter medications or creams for reducing the itching and irritation caused by these bed bug bites, you can go through the natural remedies that soothes your skin and prevent the sensation of itching and irritation on the skin without any side effects.

Home Remedies for Bed Bug Bites:

Here are some of the best natural remedies that help you to treat the bed bug bites effectively at home. Let’s have a look at these remedies to get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 1: (Ice Pack)

We all are aware of using ice pack while suffering from these bites or skin bumps. The cold temperature from this ice will help to numb the nerve ending and thereby relieves your itching and irritation on the skin caused by bed bug bites. This will also help to calm down the swelling quickly.

• Take few ice cubes and wrap it in a thin towel.
• Then place this on the affected areas of the skin for 10 minutes and remove.
• Continue doing the same process few times until you get relief from the pain.
• Repeat this cycle for 2 – 3 times daily for first two days to get complete relief from the pain, itching and redness.

Note:

• Placing a cold compress on the affected areas will help to reduce the redness, itching and irritation.
• Never ever place ice directly on the skin, as it damages the skin tissues and causes frost bite.

Remedy – 2: (Baking Soda)

Sodium bicarbonate or baking soda is another effective remedy used to treat bed bug bites. It helps to neutralize the acids and chemicals that causing itching from the bed bug bite with its natural pH balancing property.

It acts as an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory that not only helps to reduce swelling and redness on the affected area but also helps to give quick relief.

• Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a bowl filled with 3 teaspoons of water.
• Stir well to make a fine paste and apply it generously on the affected area.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes and rinse the skin thoroughly with water.
• Dry the skin gently and repeat it regularly for 2 – 4 times daily until you get relief from the bites of bed bugs.

Note: If you observe any symptoms persists then make sure to apply it again after 30 – 45 minutes to get rid of the problem.

Know More about Best Remedies to get rid of Bed Bugs.

Remedy – 3: (Lemon Juice)

Lemon juice acts as a natural astringent that helps a lot in drying out the rashes caused by bed bug bites and keep the itching at bay. It also exhibits antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that reduce your redness and swelling along with preventing infection.

• Squeeze out some fresh lemon juice in a bowl.
• Take a clean cotton ball and dip it in lemon juice.
• Dab it on the bed bug bites affected areas of the skin.
• Let it sit for few minutes to get dried naturally.
• Finally, rinse the area with water and dry the skin.
• Continue doing this process for few times daily until you get complete relief from the problem.

Note: Make sure that not to go out in the sun after using lemon juice on the skin, as it makes the skin photosensitive and susceptible to sunburn.

Remedy – 4: (Witch Hazel)

Being a liquid astringent, witch hazel is generally used as a facial cleanser. It helps a lot in calm down the itching caused by the bed bug bites with its tannins (mild anesthetic effect).

• Soak a cotton ball in witch hazel and dab this ball on the affected areas.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes and then remove the cotton ball.
• Repeat the same process regularly until you get rid of the problem.

Note: Make sure to apply moisturizer on the affected skin areas why because it causes drying effect on the skin.

Remedy – 5: (Aloe Vera Gel)

Aloe vera gel acts as a succulent that helps to soothe the skin. It exhibits some active compounds, amino acids and other enzymes that help to moisturize the skin to ease the itching and burning sensation quickly caused by the bed bug and other insect bites.

• Take an aloe vera leaf and rinse the leaf thoroughly.
• Slit it to open and take out the gel completely.
• Apply it on the bed bug bites and massage gently.
• Store the remaining gel in refrigerator for further usage.
• Repeat the same process for few times daily until you get complete relief from the bed bug bites.

Remedy – 6: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) helps to relieve your itching, irritation, redness and burning sensation with its natural pH balancer and acetic acid content. It has antiseptic, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that help to heal your problem quickly.

For best results, always use raw, organic, unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar on the skin.

• Take some ACV and apply it on the bed bug bites affected areas of the skin by using a clean cotton ball.
• Let it dry naturally and rinse the skin thoroughly with water.
• Pat dry the skin and repeat the same process regularly until you get rid of the problem.

Note: If your symptoms persist then reapply it after few hours till you get relief from these bug bites.

Remedy – 7: (Oatmeal)

The soothing and anti-inflammatory properties of oatmeal will help you to reduce the skin itching and irritation which is caused by bed bug or any insect bites. It not only acts as an excellent solution to reduce this skin irritation but also helps to clear certain skin issues like psoriasis, eczema or any other allergies.

Here are some ways of using oatmeal for treating bed bug bites.

• Pour some water in few teaspoons of oatmeal and stir well to make a fine paste. Apply it on the affected areas of the skin. Let it sit for about 20 – 30 minutes and rinse off the skin with water. Continue doing the same process for a couple of days.
• Go for oatmeal bath by simply mixing 1/2 cup of finely ground oatmeal (colloidal oatmeal) in your bathtub filled with warm water. For best results, add few drops of peppermint essential oil to this water. Soak in this bath for10 – 15 minutes. Continue doing the same process for a couple of days until you get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 8: (Cucumber)

The usage of cucumber peels and slices will provide some soothing relief from itching and swelling which is caused by these bed bug bites. It contains vitamin C and caffeic acid that exhibits anti-inflammatory property to clear the discomfort.

• Take a medium sized cucumber and peel it off.
• The slice the cucumber and place it on the affected areas of the skin.
• Allow it to sit for about 20 – 30 minutes and take it off from the infected areas.
• For more soothing effect on the skin, place these cucumber slices in refrigerator for few minutes before applying on the skin.
• Repeat the same process regularly until you get rid of the problem.

Note: Or simply apply freshly extracted cucumber juice on the affected to get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 9: (Tea Bags)

Tea bags (particularly moist) will help to combat the swelling and itching sensation that caused by bed bugs and other insect bites with its astringent and anesthetic properties.

• Place a used tea bag in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to cool it.
• Then place it on the affected areas of the skin.
• Let it sit for about 15 minutes and take off the tea bag.
• Repeat the same process as needed to get rid of the problem.

Tips and Precautions:

1. The cooling menthol content in toothpaste will help to reduce the burning and itching sensation on the skin but make sure to use white toothpaste instead of gel or colored toothpaste. Simply dab a little toothpaste on the affected areas and rinse off with water after 10 minutes.
2. Prevention is better than cure, so avoid bed bug bites to get rid of the infestation and also resist the urge to scratch the bites, which may result in skin infection.
3. Applying essential oils like eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint, lavender or basil oil by simply mixing in carrier oil will help to reduce the redness and itching. The strong smell of this essential oil will help to repel the bed bugs and thereby prevent biting.
4. The mixture of equal parts of water and cold milk will help to relieve your itching and irritation. So, apply it on the affected skin areas and rinse off with water after 5 – 10 minutes.
5. Always pay attention to when the bites occur why because it can be difficult to determine, as each person’s reaction on the skin is different. Also, bed bug bites have a long incubation period that it appears up to 10 days after it bitten.
6. Keep your home clean and dry and regularly check your home for the signs of bed bugs. Inspect your mattress, sheets, pillow cases, pillows, etc.
7. If you didn’t find any relief from this problem, make sure to call a professional exterminator to search your home and confirm whether or not you have any infestations on the hands.
8. Rinse the area with mild soap and lukewarm water but make sure to rub the lather all over the affected areas liberally to alleviate itching and infection.
9. Apply any doctor recommended over the counter (OTC) cream that has hydrocortisone or cortisone (or) calamine lotion that helps to give you relief from itching and inflammation.
10. Application of other natural remedies like cinnamon and honey, banana peel, ethanol based mouthwash, natural clay, onion paste, sugar syrup, potato juice, nail paint, cold compress or chilled spoon, salt water, natural oils, lemon balm, etc. will also help you to get complete relief from the discomfort caused by these bed bug bites.
11. Drink plenty of water and other healthy fluids like herbal teas, fresh fruit and vegetable juices, etc. will help to flush out the toxins and thereby clears these discomforts.
12. Never ever use garden and farm insecticides in your home why because they are highly toxic and cause some health hazards.
13. Avoid scratching your bitten areas why because it may worsen the problem and thereby delays the healing period.

Final Word:

Clean your home and furniture regularly to get rid of these bed bugs. If unfortunately, you’re infected with these bug bites then try these natural ways to get rid of the itching and infection.

Do you know any other successful natural remedies for bed bug bites? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

Bed bugs are generally small nocturnal insects that infect each and every corner of the house. They belong to Cimicidae family and feed on the blood. They can live in warm temperatures and works activity at night only.

During daytime, they hide themselves in the desks, nightstands, mattresses, linens, drapery, clothing and artwork frames. They draw out the blood with its two hollow tubes and feeds on the body for about 5 minutes, even the sufferer will don’t known until they bitten.

When they bite the skin it will result in skin infections, allergic reactions, red and itchy welts, etc. One can observe bites on the body along with some sight of dried blood, bed bug skin and its eggs as signs of bed bug infections.

The people affected by bed bugs have been increased now than ever before in the United States. Their flat body makes them squeeze into tiny crevices in mattresses, furniture, dresser drawers, cracks of doorways, shelving units and other areas ripe for hiding.

However, they don’t transmit any disease but causes red, itchy bits (which breaks the skin and causes infection) along with improper sleep.

It is difficult to spot the bed bugs with the naked eye. So, prefer to call local pest control company but the thing we should remember is that there is also a risk like pesticides and insecticides used in this pest control contains toxic chemicals like active and inert ingredients.

Fortunately, there are many natural ways to get rid of bed bugs. Do you know that bed bugs insects are unable to survive in extreme hot or cold temperatures? So, if you follow some natural ways like steam cleaning, drying on high heat or hot washes will help to eliminate these bugs from bedding, clothes or furniture.

All you need is to locate the infestation, keep your bed area and its surrounding clean to eliminate all traces of the bugs. Although they typically found in bedrooms, you can also find them living in anywhere in your home.

Follow the below mentioned home remedies that control the breeding of bed bugs and helps you to get rid of the problem at low cost. Other than reducing this problem without any side effects, they protect you from the negative effects of these insects on the human body.

Home Remedies to get rid of Bed Bugs:

Here are some effective natural remedies that help you a lot in clearing the bed bugs in a cost-effective manner. Let’s get started…

Remedy – 1: (Diatomaceous Earth)

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a chemical free powder that is widely used to treat bed bugs and other different bed bugs. Simply spread diatomaceous earth all around your house and other areas where you found bed bugs nest. You can get rid of these bed bugs in not more than 10 days, as it mortality rate is higher than 90%.

So, the usage of a small amount of DE will help to destroy these bugs effectively by dehydrating them. Simply sprinkle some powder to cracks in the walls and other spaces all around the bed to get rid of bed bugs. Before using this remedy, put a mask and rinse all linens in hot water and vacuum the home thoroughly.

After few days, make sure to vacuum the powder up and repeat the same process once again to clear the recently hatched bed bugs. Repeat the same process for every few days for at least 2 weeks to get complete relief from the problem.

Remedy – 2: (Steam Cleaning)

There are some items that we can’t wash them at high temperatures and thereby the infestations make not to be eradicated completely either by hot wash washing or vacuuming. Then the best option you have to choose is steam cleaning.

Steam cleaning at high heat (above 140˚ F) will help to kill the annoying creatures why because both adult bug and its eggs are unable to tolerate the heat emitted from the steam. Another benefit you can grab is that the heat treatment penetrates deep into the fabric and clears small cracks, corners, and crevices.

There are many devices that come with multiple different attachments that help you to access even the most troublesome spots. The fog like steam will terminate bed bugs but the thing you should remember is that use a dry steam rather than wet, as the wet steam will destroy soft furnishing or fabrics.

Remedy – 3: (Baking Soda)

Baking soda is an excellent drying agent that sucks the moisture from them and thereby kills them completely. Simply spread a light layer of baking soda in all over the affected areas of the home, including layering from every wall to doorways and corners wherever you feel bed bugs are infested.

Let the baking soda for an entire week and after that, suck all the baking soda with a vacuum cleaner till each and every area is thoroughly ensured that there are no bed bugs or its eggs anywhere. Repeat this process for several times to get rid of bed bugs infestation completely.

Remedy – 4: (Tea Tree Oil)

The antibiotic, antiseptic, antifungal, antimicrobial and expectorant properties of tea tree oil will help you in inhibiting the viral and bacterial infections. It helps a lot in killing insects and also capable of suppressing its growth or destroying them completely.

Simply dilute 20 drops of tea tree oil (100% pure) in a spray bottle which is filled with water and then shake it well to spray this mix on the affected furnishings. Make sure to spray on under, around and all other areas of the affected mattresses along with walls, curtains, cabinets, cushions and other where you feel bed bugs.

Note: Or simply use other essential oils like lavender oil, cedar oil, oregano oil, clove oil, lemongrass oil, eucalyptus oil, rosemary oil, or peppermint oil as a pesticide spray to repel these bed bugs.

Remedy – 5: (Cayenne Pepper with Oregano Oil and Ginger)

This combination of cayenne pepper, ginger and oregano will make it as a powerful homemade powder to get rid of bed bugs. The spicy and strong nature of these ingredients will make the bed bugs to offend them completely.

• Mix 1 teaspoon each of oregano oil, grated ginger and cayenne pepper in 1 cup of water.
• Stir well and pour it in a pan on the stove.
• Boil it for about 7 minutes and strain the mix into an empty spray bottle.
• Spray it all around the entry points of the rooms where your suspect bed bugs.
• Continue doing the same process for every few days until you get resolved completely from the problem.

Remedy – 6: (Black Walnut Tea)

This tea will offer antibacterial, antimicrobial, insecticidal and repellent properties that help to eliminate bed bugs. You can place the used tea bags of black walnut tea strategically throughout the home along with covering all the corners and bedding to eliminate the bugs and its eggs. Replace the tea bags regularly to get rid of bed bugs completely and to keep the home free from infections.

Remedy – 7: (Peppermint Leaves)

Peppermint leaves act as a powerful bug repellent action that helps a lot in clearing the bed bugs. All you need is to crush up some dry mint leaves (2 – 3 cups of leaves) till it makes a cup and then spread it all around the infested areas.

However, the spread of this paste is a little big problem but it is an effective remedy to get rid of the problem. For best and faster results, repeat the same process for once a week until you get rid of these insects. Make sure to vacuum the old leaves (which lost their potency) and replace their place with new ones to get rid of the problem.

Note: Even Indian lilac (neem) will help to clear these bed bugs with its antimicrobial properties. Spray neem oil or apply crushed neem leaves paste on the affected areas.

Remedy – 8: (Bean Leaves)

The bean leaves contain trichomes (microscopic hooked hairs) which helps to pierce the bed bugs feet. It is an excellent way to trap the pests in the infected areas. Take some bean leaves and spread it all over the infected areas where you find bugs. Leave it like that to trap and clear these bed bugs. Do it regularly until you find all the bed bugs and its eggs are cleared completely from your home.

Remedy – 9: (Thyme)

Thyme is an antimicrobial and disinfectant agent that helps to get relief from the bed bugs. Take a thyme stick and tie it with a cotton cloth and burn it near the bed bugs infected areas of your room along with its surrounding to repel these bed bugs.

Also, take fresh thyme leaves and place them in net bags. Put these bags in all over the infected areas like mattress, cupboards, beneath the cushions, corners, under the sofa, etc. But remember to replace the bags with fresh thyme leaves for every 3rd day, as it takes times why because the bed bugs hide.

Tips and Precautions:

• Vacuum is another effective tool used to clear bed bug infestation. So, vacuum everything like chairs, soft furniture, carpets, mattresses, box springs, etc. to eliminate bed bugs. Do this process for at least once a week regularly and dispose of the vacuum bag after you finish vacuuming the area. Also, use a hair dryer by setting it at a high temperature and position it around the mattress and infected area.
• Attach a double-sided tape around the bottom of the bed so that the bed bugs will get stuck if they try to sneak up on you, as it is the best remedy to check bed bugs.
• Scrub your mattress by using a stiff brush will help to eliminate the bed bugs and clear its eggs as well.
• Not only at high temperatures but also at cold temperature the bed bugs can’t withstand and gets cleared. So, place the infected items in the freezer for 4 days at 0˚F.
• Rinse your clothes and other fabrics in hot water to prevent the chance of getting an infection, as they may come into contact with the infested areas.
• Regularly examine the corners of the mattress and cover them with a plastic cover to prevent this problem.
• If you’re using pesticides then make sure to keep the children away from these insecticides and close your nose to prevent the inhalation of these chemicals, as it leads to some serious side effects.
• Never ever move things from an infested room why because it spreads the bugs from one place to another and also avoid using second-hand furniture and mattress, as they are more prone to get infested.
• Prepare a homemade bug removal spray by simply mixing 2 tablespoons each of washing powder and disinfectant (Dettol) in 500 ml of drinking water. stir well and pour them into an empty spray bottle. Spray it on the bed bug infected areas for few times and it will kill the bugs and keep you free from infestation.
• Sweet flag (calamus) is a bed bug repellent herb with its antimicrobial properties. Prepare a solution with the calamus packet and spray it on the infected areas to get rid of these bed bugs.
• Beauveria bassiana is a natural insecticide that exhibits pre-lethal effects which reduce fecundity, feeding, and mobility.
• The acidic nature of clove will disturb the survival of bed bugs. Spray clove oil on the infected areas to destroy them easily.
• The pyrethrum is a extract formed by the combination of dried flower heads of C, coccineum and chysanthemum that exhibits natural insecticide property to kill the bed bugs.

Final Word:

Hope you will give a trial to these natural ways to get rid of the problem. Do you know any other successful ways to clear these bed bugs naturally? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.