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Avon skin so soft body oil - I've heard this repels mosquitos?

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busybeeee222 · 12/07/2023 08:19

Just wondering if anyone knows if this is true?

I've read it several places and if it is I'm going to buy some 😁

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Thisbastardcomputer · 21/06/2024 08:18

The Body Shop peppermint foot spray, soothes the bites if you get them.

Indigobird111 · 21/06/2024 08:21

I also use picaridin based repellent in preference over deet based ones, it's very effective and pleasant to use

EvangelistaSister · 21/06/2024 08:31

I think it depends on the type of mosquito. I have used it for years and never get bitten when I do.

Roryhon · 21/06/2024 08:36

It used to be a good insect repellent apparently, but they changed the recipe (years ago) and it isn’t anymore. But it still seems to have the reputation as an insect repellent.

Shiveringinthecountry · 21/06/2024 14:15

For me it didn't help. I used to do a lot of backpacking in Scotland, home of midgies and mozzies.

For some it does seem to work, though, so worth a try for you.

Maddy70 · 21/06/2024 14:19

Yes. I use it on my horses to keep the flies off. Its very effective

imfae · 21/06/2024 16:44

I think I have an older bottle - so possibly the version before it changed . It is blue in colour and I actually like the smell . It also seemed to work for midges but not tried it on mosquitos .

If you want an effective repellent just pay me to walk in front of you on your travels as mosquitos / midges seem particularly drawn to me Grin

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