reading Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 What about vit. B1? Any tips how to relieve itching mosquito bites? :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I have to apply this about every hour, but it works: http://wellnessmama.com/2565/homemade-natural-bug-spray-recipes-that-work/ How to Make Homemade Bug Spray: Fill spray bottle (I used 8 ounce) 1/2 full with distilled or boiled water Add witch hazel to fill almost to the top Add 1/2 tsp vegetable glycerin if using Add 30-50 drops of essential oils to desired scent. The more oils you use, the stronger the spray will be. My personal favorite mix is: Rosemary, Clove, Cajeput, Lavender, Cinnamon and Eucalyptus… it works great and smells good too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 To relieve itching from most bites or stings use Afterbite it is mostly ammonia. It works the best if you put it on right after getting a bite or a sting, but still works later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 When I am consistent with taking the B1 vitamin I rarely get bit. To relieve an itchy bug bite I use Adolf's Original Formula Meat Tenderizer. It has to be the original. Wet the bite and sprinkle on. Takes the itch right out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Find something with ledum in it. For relieving itching, lavender works for some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Laurie Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Makes me think of the herbal stuff they use in Gone Away Lake. I wish I knew what was in that stuff. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RanchGirl Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We tried lemon eucalyptus (bought it at walmart, not sure of the brand) for the first time this year and it seems to work. I'm going to try the B1 thing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We use California Baby bug spray. I picked it up at Target in the baby aisle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danybug Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We use "Skeeter Screen" from Whole Foods. It is completely natural and works for my kids. The mosquitos are crazy here this summer :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I recently read that DEET is apparently not as dangerous as one might think. Here's an article discussing the various options: http://www.webmd.com/allergies/features/avoid-mosquito-bites Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Ticks do not like the original Skin So Soft smell. If you bath with the oil, shower soap, or use the lotion ticks won't stick. I've been using when we visited my folk's farm in WI. The kids will sometimes come in with a tick on their clothing but we've never had a tick bite on any of them or us. For the mosquitos try Shaklee Basic H. Apply Basic-H full strength on skin - mosquitoes, chiggers, flies, fleas etc. will not bite where Basic-H is applied! Also if your forgot to use Basic-H beforehand, use it afterwards if you get a bite to stop the itching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homeschooling Again Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I was recently told that if I sprayed Listerine around outside where I'll be sitting, bugs won't come around. I'm dying to try it. P.S. I always use ammonia afterwards and it really does stop the sting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I tried it last year. Nothing lasts for long with me, though. ugh I was recently told that if I sprayed Listerine around outside where I'll be sitting, bugs won't come around. I'm dying to try it. P.S. I always use ammonia afterwards and it really does stop the sting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I recently read that DEET is apparently not as dangerous as one might think. Here's an article discussing the various options: http://www.webmd.com/allergies/features/avoid-mosquito-bites Web MD also started allowing Nestle to sponsor their breastfeeding pages. I am a bit confounded by it all. http://www.phdinparenting.com/2010/09/04/more-strange-bedfellows-webmd-breastfeeding-guide-sponsored-by-gerber-nestle/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Elliot Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We tried lemon eucalyptus (bought it at walmart, not sure of the brand) for the first time this year and it seems to work. I'm going to try the B1 thing too. Yes, the Lemon Eucalyptus from Repel does work very well and better than some that have DEET. I don't know if it's harmless, but it doesn't have DEET. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We use a Burt's Bees brand repellant that works and smells good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reading Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 Thanks for all the info, I so appreciate it. Lot's of options to try, great! The DEET article was also interesting. I'm still a little leery, though, but will keep it in mind. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I don't know about ticks, but my sister recently told me that vanilla is supposed to work on mosquitos, so I've been trying it and it seems to be working! And as a bonus, it smells so much better than any of the other stuff I've ever found - hooray! I put some vanilla oil in a small spray bottle with distilled water, shake and spray liberally on myself and all around the patio if that's where I'm at.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reading Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 I love vanilla! I should definitely try that, thanks :w00t: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matryoshka Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Yes, the Lemon Eucalyptus from Repel does work very well and better than some that have DEET. I don't know if it's harmless, but it doesn't have DEET. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amey311 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 http://www.allterrainco.com/ecommerce/natural-insect-repellents/4-oz-herbal-armor-spray.html - i've used this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elise1mds Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I use the NoBugsAllowed from The Green Peddler, and it's amazing. It also smells really good! She tries to grow all her own herbs for her products and is local for me. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I'm sorry to say that I tried this several years ago and it did not work for me - at all - I was eaten alive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I'm sorry to say that I tried this several years ago and it did not work for me - at all - I was eaten alive! You tried which one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogMom5 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 We used Bite Blocker and that worked pretty well. You have to apply it every couple of hours though. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 When we were taking the B1 daily (100mg) we didn't get bit. As for bites, white vinegar works good to help the itching stop. Smells bad for a few minutes but sure beats itching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I was recently told that if I sprayed Listerine around outside where I'll be sitting, bugs won't come around. I'm dying to try it. P.S. I always use ammonia afterwards and it really does stop the sting. This does work, but only for a little while. Also, it doesn't have to be Listerine. The dollar store knock off will do just as well. We use sweet almond oil with rosemary and lavender essential oils mixed in. Right now I have a ton of the essential oils added in because it is rainy season and the mosquitos are terrible, but most of the year just 10 drops of each in a 4 oz bottle of the almond oil does fine. Also, if you put garlic juice on your pets' food it will keep ticks off them as well. Fleas too from what I can tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 To relieve itching from most bites or stings use Afterbite it is mostly ammonia. It works the best if you put it on right after getting a bite or a sting, but still works later. Just an FYI: Ammonia is not harmless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Also, if you put garlic juice on your pets' food it will keep ticks off them as well. Fleas too from what I can tell. A splash of vinegar in their water seems to help, as well. If your pet is truly thirsty, he will drink the water! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma2boys Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Avon Skin So Soft Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 The natural ones work, but you have to reapply much much more often. As long as you are diligent about reapplying ever hour or less they work fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 A splash of vinegar in their water seems to help, as well. If your pet is truly thirsty, he will drink the water! Careful......it seems that a dog getting urinary tract issues from not drinking enough water would be an issue with this. I see a lot of urinary issues in the veterinary field, and this would be a good way to cause one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 This does work, but only for a little while. Also, it doesn't have to be Listerine. The dollar store knock off will do just as well. We use sweet almond oil with rosemary and lavender essential oils mixed in. Right now I have a ton of the essential oils added in because it is rainy season and the mosquitos are terrible, but most of the year just 10 drops of each in a 4 oz bottle of the almond oil does fine. Also, if you put garlic juice on your pets' food it will keep ticks off them as well. Fleas too from what I can tell. Garlic actually does NOT repel fleas/ticks. They have done several studies on this. fleas actually like garlic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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