Tips for Insect Repelling

The days are finally getting longer, the snow is (slowly!) beginning to melt, and spring officially arrives in just a few days! While the prospect of warmer weather has us all a bit giddy, we can’t forget the unwelcome intruders that tag along with the sunny summer weather.

Yes, we are talking about insects, and everybody knows that they can be a huge nuisance. However, using chemical products to keep them away is not on the top of everyone’s wish list. Here are ways in repelling insects naturally:

Wear Light Clothing

While you are probably already wearing light clothing, since it’s summertime and all, consider wearing light COLORED clothing as well! Mosquitoes are for some reason attracted to dark colored clothing, so switching up your fashion choices might actually keep the bugs away!

Relax

Calm down, you’re drawing the bugs! Seriously, though! When we stress, or sweat, our bodies release hormones and pheromones that the bugs are attracted to! So, try not to exercise outside,and if you need to stress out, do it inside in the a/c!

Soybean Oil

Soybean oil is usually used in cooking, but recent research has shown that it is also a great insect repellent! In a recent study, experts found that insect repellents made with soybean oil kept the mosquitoes away for an astonishing 94.6 minutes, which was WAY more than any other plant based repellent that was tested!

Citronella

Citronella is a lemony grass-like plant that bugs absolutely hate! You probably already know about it, since it’s found in almost all outdoor candles, torches and lanterns. It is one of the most powerful natural insect repellents! You can buy or make the candles, but you can also plant citronella grass outside of your home, and you can buy the oil and rub it directly on your skin!

Aside from this, a good insect repellent band is also a good option. The Repeller Bug Band is a natural insect repellent bug bracelet that is DEET-free and safe for kids. Mosquitoes, including ticks, fleas, gnats, etc., will hate you for wearing this band. It has a formula that offers the best balanced proportion of 11 natural, organic essential oils and repels mosquitoes and fleas, gnats, ticks, ants and more! With this product, you get real protection without the use of dangerous sprays or powders!