Qingming Festival, one of the 24 solar terms, coincides with the return of spring temperatures and rising humidity. This period not only brings the earth back to life, but also signals the onset of activity for bacteria, mold, mosquitoes, and other insects. Therefore, in folk custom, Qingming is not only a time to honor and remember ancestors, but also a crucial opportunity for families to "purify themselves of impurities and welcome the new year."
In traditional concepts, "foul qi" refers not only to perceived energy, bad luck, or negative magnetic fields, but also to household dust, mold, germs, and insects. Therefore, around the Qingming Festival, many families engage in "spring cleaning," hoping that this environmental cleanliness will transform the overall aura, making the home fresher and more comfortable while also bringing in new good fortune.
In this Qingming "purification" campaign, mugwort has become an indispensable and important role!
Why do we use mugwort during the Qingming Festival?
Mugwort is known in folk customs as the "evil-repelling grass," often used to ward off evil and purify spaces. From ancient times to the present, many people have hung mugwort on their doorsteps or burned it for fumigation. This isn't just a belief, but also a practical benefit derived from mugwort's natural properties.
🌿The three main functions of mugwort in removing filth:
✅ Natural antibacterial: Mugwort is rich in a variety of natural essential oil ingredients, such as citronellal and argyl ketone, which can effectively inhibit bacteria, viruses and mold, helping to maintain a clean home environment.
✅ Anti-mosquito and insect repellent: The aroma of mugwort can repel mosquitoes and insects, which is especially important during the transition from spring to summer when mosquitoes breed in large numbers.
✅ Air purification: When burned, mugwort produces a natural herbal aroma, which has the effect of calming the mind, relaxing, and dispelling moisture, making the air in the home fresher.
These properties make mugwort not only a traditional tool for "warding off evil spirits", but also a natural purifying plant that can help us improve the health of our homes and create a more comfortable living space.
🦟 There are many mosquitoes when visiting graves, how to protect yourself?
During Qingming Festival, people visit their ancestors' cemeteries to sweep their graves. However, since cemeteries are often located in mountainous areas or rural areas, with humid environments and dense vegetation, these areas are mosquitoes' favorite spots! Many people find themselves covered in bites during tomb sweeping, which detracts from the overall experience.
Why are there so many mosquitoes during the Qingming Festival?
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During the Qingming Festival, the weather gradually warms up and mosquitoes begin to breed in large numbers.
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Cemeteries, woods, grasslands and other damp and shady environments are the best breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
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When visiting graves, one needs to stay for a long time and wear traditional clothing, which makes one prone to being bitten.
📌 How to avoid mosquito interference?
1️⃣ Wear long sleeves and long pants to avoid exposing your skin as much as possible to reduce the chance of being bitten.
2️⃣ Avoid using scented cosmetics or perfumes as these smells may attract mosquitoes.
3️⃣ Use natural mosquito repellents like Peacefy Mugwort Mosquito Repellent, which doesn’t contain the chemical DEET and is safe for the whole family to use!