Don't get bugged this Summer!

Summer time and backyard BBQ's! Long days for outdoor play! 
I love summer, don't you?! But I really don't like bugs. Especially buzzy bugs as they tend to enjoy biting me. They like my smell too much. It's not that I want to harm them. In fact I am glad to see them back on the scene stronger than last year. I just want them to stay away from me personally. 
So, what does one do to deter these little welcomers of summer fun in the outdoors? Look for all natural products containing the following essential oils: Lemon Eucalyptus, Geranium, Peppermint, Citrus, Pine, and of course Citronella. These essential oils have a tendency to dissuade pesty bitters since they do not like the smell. 
Remember that natural alternatives may need to be applied more frequently for prolonged exposure. A good rule of thumb is the first application should get you about 3 hours of play time. But as is that case with sun screens, the best preventative measure is minimize exposed skin surfaces. I know, how do you do that and play Frisbee in the park?! 
Look for our very own Eco-Natural bug averter in 2013.  
For now, you could try out Renew or Invigorate Aromatic Sprays or lotions. 


How about for indoors? The same rule applies here, but since you wont be in the sun, you may want to give the Awaken scented products a try (Lotion or Mist). I have used the Summer Citrus Aromatic Mist in my kitchen to repel those annual tiny ants that show up to share my cats food and water.