What is the most natural way to deter mosquitos and, should this fail, the most natural way to stop the itching quickly?

Aha, a question we hear a lot in the South. There is citris, for one, as is essense of cedar. Some scented citronella candles work for us.An alternative to bug spray is Avon's "Skin So Soft" bug guard (Amazaon has it!

) David's Landscaping blog lays it out for us. "Why is natural mosquito control an issue? Well, while West Nile virus poses a serious health concern, some are just as concerned about the dangers posed by chemical bug sprays.

Learn about some natural mosquito control methods you can use when you work outside, including plant oils such as those derived from castor bean plants. But that's just the beginning when considering natural mosquito control. You should also take away breeding habitats for mosquitoes.

That means common-sense sanitation, such as eliminating areas where water puddles. This article reminds you of some unlikely sources of standing water.In short, it makes sense to explore all methods (including the use of newfangled gadgets! ) to keep chemical bug sprays off our skin while still deterring mosquitoes.

As for deterring the itching once you have been bitten, I have always preferred a warm bath in collodial oatmeal (Aveeno makes a good one) There is a web site called Natural Cure Reviews (naturalcurereviews.Com) that currently lists 130 cures submitted by readers. One such report comes from Sophie in Maine: "During the summer, I get an average of 30 bug bites a month. And on top of that, I scratch like crazy.So, needless to say, I tried everything out there.

Most remedies weren't effective but then my uncle introduced me to this one. Apply vinegar to a cotton ball or napkin and gently apply it to your itchy bug bite.It really works to relieve the itchiness on a fresh bug bite. It may sound disgusting but it's probably the best remedy out there.

Wear a dryer sheet in your back pocket or on a belt loop and it deters them. Also they have new off belt clips that you wear on your belt that are said to be effective.

I use a small electric device to stop the itching, easy to carry with you since it only weighs 1/4 oz. It does work. Placebo or not?

Don't care, as long as it stops itching. cleverandeasy.com/Travel/mosquito-bites-... Haven't found the ideal repellent, though (that's why I still need the remedy :).

Many swear by citronella for repelling. I've read in a home remedy book that cider vinegar is good to end the itching if daubed on a bite. It may sting however.

Vitamin B helps repel mosquitoes, but you have to take it for at least three months. If you don't have that kind of time, than Avon has a products called bug guard. I like this kind in lotion form, because you can put it on your face.

If you already have a bite, I would suggest Cortizone 10. It is really good for relieving bug bites. They also have store brands, so it would be easier on the pocket book.

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