Bug Repellent Spray Garden Nursery Landscaping Guide
Bug Repellent Spray And Reducing The Need For Chemicals
By Pixie Matthews
In today’s health conscious world, any kind of product that contains
chemicals comes under close scrutiny. Bug repellent spray, because
it is typically used directly on the skin, tends to get looked
at more closely than other products, and sometimes with good reason.
There are still Deet insect repellent sprays out there, despite
the fact that most people consider Deet based products to be unsafe,
as well as other harmful chemicals that are used to kill bugs.
One way to feel safer is by taking a review your options to reduce
the need for any type of insect repellent at all.
Wear Loose Fitting Clothing
The first thing you can do is try to wear only loose-fitting
clothing when you go outside. If the clothing is tight, then some
bugs may be able to bite right through them.
Make sure that the clothing covers as much exposed skin as possible,
though this will depend on how hot it is when you are outside.
Clothes that cover the skin will obviously help prevent bugs like
mosquitoes from biting you. Spray insect repellent can be misted
on clothing, yet some people worry about stains and other negative
effects.
Avoid Perfume And After Shave
Bug repellent spray can sometimes have an odd smell; usually
a very distinct chemical odor. The scent of bug control products
helps to mask the human smell that our pores release and that
certain bugs find very attractive.
What you should not wear when going out is perfume, cologne or
some kinds of aftershave. The smell of those particular chemicals
tends to attract insects like mosquitoes. If you don’t want to
use an insect pest spray then make sure that you are not wearing
any type of perfume or cologne.
Stay Indoors And Turn On The Lights
Probably the most obvious thing you can do to avoid being bitten
by bugs is to stay indoors. This also eliminates the need for
bug spray since you shouldn’t have any insects indoors. This is
especially important around dusk and later in the evening, when
bugs like mosquitoes are quite abundant.
If you’re inside in the evening, then lights can be turned on
so it is easier to spot any bugs that may have been able to enter
the building. Checking your skin for any insects that may have
landed on you is also something that should be done regularly.
You may not be able to feel the insect biting you but it is often
possible to feel the bug as it lands and moves around.
Organic Products Are Much Safer
You can get an insect repellent lotion or spray and there are
many such products on the market. There are also organic products
that are much safer than brands that contain Deet and other strong
chemicals.
If you are careful when you go outside and only do so when necessary,
then it is possible to avoid the need for bug repellent spray
completely. This does mean restricting yourself on what you wear
and when you go outdoors. It’s simply a matter of your comfort
level with insect repellent and the insects themselves.
About the Author:
Pixie Matthews has written a number of articles on pest control, gardening and
landscaping including
Live Ladybugs,
Organic Vegetable Gardening Products,
Vegetable Gardening Tips,
Spring Vegetable Gardening,
Compost For Your Vegetable Garden,
Vegetable Gardening Tricks.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
Little Known Bug Repellant Facts....
Are there bug repellants safe for animals?
There are some repellants that are safe to
use on animals. Most of the ones approved for animal use are going
to be essential oils that are put into an aerosol container. Lemon
eucalyptus oil, catnip and even thyme can be used on your pets.
If you are unsure of what is safe for your
pet and what is not, you should consult with your veterinarian
about the choices that he or she recommends. You should also make
sure that your pet is up to date on all of their shots. Summer
bugs may be a nuisance to most but some do carry significant dangers
to pets and humans alike.
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