Fall weather is on its way, and many of us will be spending more time in the lovely autumn weather soon. Keeping that in mind, you might be in the market for some sunscreen and/or bug repellent.
Sunscreen:
Primarily, you'll want to look for a sunscreen that uses physical barriers from the sun instead of chemical ones. And, as always, the fewer ingredients you can't pronounced/don't have a clue what they are, the better.
Bug Repellent:
We all know this by now, but be sure to stay away from DEET. And the unknown chemical thing again. Essential oils are a great substitute.
For example, catnip oil is reported to be an excellent option -- the order of 10 times more effective than DEET. Look for it in your store-bought repellents (often as "nepetalactone"), or make your own. Try mixing 6 drops of catnip oil in 3 oz of water.
Check out Low Impact Living's article Safe Sunscreen and Bug Repellents for more details about both sunscreen and bug repellent. She does an excellent job linking to suggested products, too. Grist's article Swat Team also has good information about DEET-free bug repellents, including her personal experiences with different brands through experimentation.
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