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Herbal Remedies for Fleas

Fleas are wingless blood-sucking insects that feed on many different animal species, including humans.

To dispel fleas and discourage them from coming around, use aromatic herbs to dispel insect pests. To reduce inflammation and itching of a flea bite, use anti-inflammatory and soothing skin herbs.

Herbs Used To Treat Fleas

HerbTreatment SupportApplication
Calendulaskin soothersalve externally
Eucalyptusflea repellantoil externally
Pennyroyalflea repellantoil externallly
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