Deer flies, or as they are also known as clipper flies, can easily ruin your outdoor fun. They swirl, bounce off the skin and buzz around the ears. Their bites are almost as painful as bee stings and they are absolutely relentless in their pursuit. However, there are a few things you can do to protect yourself against them.
Lemon eucalyptus oil (OLE) is a great remedy. It will scare away insects
Eucalyptus oil is made from eucalyptus leaves. Illustrative photo K.Decor/shutterstock.com
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), EPA-registered products with the active ingredient OLE provide sufficient repellent to reduce the bites of disease-carrying insects, including claws and ticks. Just add a few drops to water and spray on your skin.
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Lemongrass oil has an intense scent and perfectly repels insects. Ticks and clippers do not like this smell and will not come close to you. Just add a few drops to water and spray on your skin. Remember that lemongrass essential oil is toxic to pets.
Cinnamon not only smells beautiful, but also acts as a natural repellent
It is not only a shearer repellent, but also a great air freshener. Alone or in combination with other methods, insects sure hate it. Remember to dilute cinnamon oil with water. Cinnamon and cinnamon oil can cause skin irritation and digestive problems in pets and humans, so do not apply full concentration to the skin.
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Source: Gazeta
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