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Bug Bite Survival Kit
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items If you've ever been absolutely eaten alive by mosquitoes or no-see-ums like I was last year, this list is for you. These are the products that helped calm the itching, soothe my skin, and kept me sane.
I was honestly surprised at how well this worked. The suction provided almost immediate relief from the irritation and itching.
Bug Bite Thing Insect Bite + Sting Suction Tool - 1ct
These were great for on-the-go itch relief. I loved being able to toss one in my purse and use it whenever I needed it.
After Bite 0.7oz Outdoor
Easy to carry and provided quick itch relief when I needed it. One thing to note: it can leak if you're not careful, so I found it worked best when applying to a larger area.
Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Relief Stick - Travel Size - 0.47 fl oz
We stocked up on these for our trip to the Philippines, and I definitely felt like they helped keep the mosquitoes away. They were an easy, low-maintenance way to help protect my son.
Shubug Kids Coil Bracelets 5ct
Tried these after someone recommended them, and I'm glad I did. They're easy for kids to use, help calm the itch, and stay on even through active play.
Quitch Sticker - Mosquito Bug Bite Relief
These became one of my favorites because you can customize the size for larger bites or clusters of bites. I felt like they helped dry out the bite and reduced the irritation. The hydrocolloid also seemed stronger than many other patches I've used.
SUPERBAND Bug Bite Relief
If you do it on the onset of a bite, it works instantly. No itch! The heat burns up or breaks the mosquito saliva!
Insect Bite Healer | Chemical-Free Itch Relief for Bug Bites & Stings
While it wasn't a total fix for the itching, I found it very soothing and comforting on irritated bites. I reached for this when my skin felt especially irritated. It didn't completely stop the itch, but it helped soothe and moisturize the affected a...
Johnson's Baby Creamy Body Oil with Aloe & Vitamin E for Delicate Skin, Hypoallergenic - 8 fl oz
I like this one because it brings relief to the itch with natural ingredients. It includes: Organic Colloidal Oatmeal, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Castor Oil, Organic Tamanu Oil, Organic Menthol Crystals, Orga...
Itch Relief Stick
If you don't mind a little mess, this stuff is great. The cooling effect feels immediate and helped calm some of my most irritating bites.
CVS Calamine Plus
When the itching became overwhelming, this was my lifesaver. Taking it in the evening helped me get through the night without constantly thinking about my bug bites, and I often still felt the effects the next morning.
Zyrtec Cetirizine Allergy and Sinus Treatment Tablets - 10mg - 5ct
This went on smoothly, didn't feel greasy or messy, and helped keep the bites away. I especially loved that it was fragrance-free.
OFF! Clean Feel Insect Repellent Gel with Picaridin, DEET-Free - 3.8oz
After dealing with so many bug bites, I was worried about scarring and dark spots. This helped my skin heal more evenly, and I definitely noticed less discoloration than I expected.
ScarAway Scar Treatment Gel - .35oz