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Making an X on a mosquito bite with your fingernail is a temporary home remedy that can help stop the itching. You don't need to press too hard, just create a dent without piercing the skin. The itching will return when the X fades. Here are some other home remedies that may help with mosquito bites: 🦟Banana peel: The natural oils in banana peel can help treat mosquito bites 🦟Vapor rub: The menthol and camphor oil in vapor rub can reduce itching 🦟Ice: The cold temperature of ice can reduce redness and itching 🦟Aloe vera: The vitamins and minerals in aloe vera can reduce pain, swelling, and itching 🦟Rubbing alcohol, witch hazel, and tea tree oil: Have antiseptic properties that could help prevent infection 🦟Basil: Has anti-inflammatory properties that could help with swelling 🦟Aspirin paste: Contains acetyl salicylic acid, which is anti-inflammatory 🦟Listerine: Has menthol, which cools the skin to help relieve itch Other ways to treat mosquito bites include: 🦟Applying calamine lotion or anti-itch cream 🦟Taking an over-the-counter antihistamine 🦟Wearing long pants and long sleeves when you go outdoors 🦟Applying bug spray with DEET or picaridin to all exposed skin 🦟Using screens on windows and doors to keep the bugs out 🦟You should avoid scratching itchy bites. Scratching the bite and then opening the scab can increase the chances of infection. 🦟This is for informational purposes only. This information does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis.