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Posted by Ballpark Frank (24.237.94.196) on 23:04:42 06/17/14
In Reply to: Insect repellent recommendations posted by Photobug
Photobug,
FlaMary mentioned the two most important factors in thwarting the winged assassins:
1.) Wear the lightest colored clothing you can find. Pure white is ideal! Whether it is some sort of primeval intelligence or just instinct, mosquitoes seem to understand that their dark color against a light background is courting death.
2.) Eschew anything scented, like antiperspirant, deodorant, aftershave, or cologne. You can always use unscented deodorant.
Here is a third suggestion: Hang out with people that wear dark clothing. They attract the mosquitoes, thus leaving you relatively safe. I've been taking advantage of the presence of other family members wearing dark clothing to test my new bug zapper. They attract 'em. I "neutralize" them.
Ballpark
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