Does Vicks work as bug repellent?


Does Vicks work as bug repellent? Deter Insects We may be fans of Vicks, but insects decidedly are not. Dab a bit on your arms, legs, neck, or other areas of exposed skin to keep bugs (including mosquitoes) at bay, however, it is not as effective at preventing bites as a commercial insect repellant.


How do you keep bugs away permanently?

  1. Seal Your Doors.
  2. Add Screens.
  3. Maintain Your Yard.
  4. Repair Cracks.
  5. Seal Around Pipe Penetrations.
  6. Cover Large Openings.
  7. Don't Invite Bugs To Dinner.
  8. Store Trash Properly.


What Colour do mosquitoes hate?

To reduce the possibility of a mosquito biting you, you could consider wearing white, green or blue. Lighter colors are less interesting to mosquitos than darker shades like navy and black, red or orange. However, clothing color alone is unlikely to keep mosquitos away for good.