Bug Spray from Black Owned Brands

A picture of an insect that is a praying mantis atop a leaf.
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Bug spray is a necessity during hot weather, and you have options from black owned brands.  These bug sprays tend to be deet free, and incorporate natural ingredients with bug repellent qualities.  Examples include eucalyptus, citronella, tea tree, lavender, neem, and more.  Information regarding “natural” bug repellents is provided in the references. 

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In reviewing these bug repellents, I hope you find one or more that work for you.

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References

  1. Sissons, Beth. “What are the best natural mosquito repellents?” 31 May, 2019.  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325337
  2. Yasin, Kareem, Wenger, Adam, & Watson, Kathyrn.  “10 natural ingredients that repel mosquitos.” 7 March, 2019.  https://www.healthline.com/health/kinds-of-natural-mosquito-repellant
  3. Wikipedia.  “Insect repellent.”  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insect_repellent

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