Avoid itchy bug bites with these organic repellents

Posted on AllSides May 31st, 2024
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As the warm weather of spring arrives, so do bugs. The stings and bites they inflict upon humans can be worrisome. However, slathering on repellents that contain synthetic chemicals also comes with concerns. But, not all products that keep biting pests away contain these potentially harsh ingredients. Organic repellents are excellent, natural alternatives that use plant-based ingredients to deter bugs. Many insect repellents on the market contain pesticides that are effective at deterring pests. N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide, or DEET, is the chemical most commonly used in products made for application on...

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