Stay away from insect repellents that have DEET in them. DEET is designed to repel insects, but it can also be a skin irritant as well as very toxic to wildlife. Try natural insect repellents that you can make at home! One easy recipe to try is: fill half of an 8 ounce spray bottle with boiled or distilled water, add witch hazel to fill it almost to the top, add ½ teaspoon of vegetable glycerin (optional), and add 30-50 drops of essential oils to a desired scent. Some great oils to use are: rosemary, clove, lavender, cinnamon, and eucalyptus.*
There are even simpler ways to repel bugs! Rub some vanilla extract on your skin or even rub lavender flowers or dried mint leaves to get the same effect.
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*http://wellnessmama.com/2565/homemade-natural-bug-spray-recipes-that-work/
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