But where theres warmth, one very unpleasant and uninvited guest often swarms: mosquitoes.

Lately, a laundry staple has been knocking on our doorsdo dryer sheets really repel mosquitoes?

The answer is yes, to some extent.

placing the dryer sheet on top

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They likely wont be as effective as traditional mosquito repellents containing DEET, but they offer a convenient alternative.

Not only will it smell lovely, but the scent should help deter mosquitoes.

Or, try a combination of them all to see what works best for you.

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A person pulling out a dryer sheet from the Bounce Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets box

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