Anyone know of a natural bug spray that WORKS?
We're headed north on the 4th and need an effective bug "deterrent" recommendation. I'll take the DEET, but really would like to know if anyone has found an effective alternative. Thanks.
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I am one of those mosquito magnet people. In order to be adequately protected, I have to slather on so much 100% DEET that my lips become numb -- really -- that is my applicator gauge. Not numb? Need more DEET. That can't be healthy, but it works.
I have tried vitamin B-12. That attracts bugs with vitamin deficiencies.
I have tried eating lots of raw garlic. That attracts Italian mosquitoes.
I have tried Avon Skin So Soft. That attracts kindly middle aged ladies, which is nice, but the bugs still bite me.
I sprayed Permethrin on my clothing. My clothing received no bites -- the bugs swarmed on my wrists, neck, and face.
I tried deodorant. The bugs were no longer offended but were still attracted to my carbon dioxide. I tried holding my breath, which worked for 30 seconds at a time.
I think that those folks in Afghanistan have the solution -- a burka:
I wonder if I can get a triple extra large on clearance from the REI outlet, maybe in a goretex camo pattern??
I have tried vitamin B-12. That attracts bugs with vitamin deficiencies.
I have tried eating lots of raw garlic. That attracts Italian mosquitoes.
I have tried Avon Skin So Soft. That attracts kindly middle aged ladies, which is nice, but the bugs still bite me.
I sprayed Permethrin on my clothing. My clothing received no bites -- the bugs swarmed on my wrists, neck, and face.
I tried deodorant. The bugs were no longer offended but were still attracted to my carbon dioxide. I tried holding my breath, which worked for 30 seconds at a time.
I think that those folks in Afghanistan have the solution -- a burka:
I wonder if I can get a triple extra large on clearance from the REI outlet, maybe in a goretex camo pattern??
