HEALTH & WELLNESS
With the ongoing debate about the safety of DEET–based bug deterrents, people are looking for safer, more natural alternatives for repelling biting insects. There are many studies that show several natural compounds proven to be just as, if not more effective than DEET at keeping bugs at bay. But, what are they? Why do they work? And how do we use them?
natural bug repellents BUGOFF Words by Story Sheidow
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