Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.

New research reveals that rising temperatures may reduce the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronellal ...

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a perennial herb that's part of the mint family; while it can be ornamental, it's primarily grown ...

If the catnip is in a toy and you see your cat chewing on it or batting it around, it is to help release more of the oil that was produced by the plant’s leaves. When the smell of catnip enters ...

A study found that heat reduces the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronella and catnip oil by desensitizing TRPA1, a receptor mosquitoes use to detect irritants. At temperatures ...

Yet because their receptors are desensitized in warmer temperatures, natural substances like citronellal and catnip oil, known for their repellent properties, would be less effective.

Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.Researchers found that a pain ...