Re: Mite Repellent

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Try Gold Bond Medicated Lotion. It contains menthol and the mites absolutely HATE it ! (The one in the green bottle!)It will keep the skin soft while repelling these lil' buggers. TrlySent via BlackBerry by AT&TFrom: "vbscribe" <vbscribe@...>Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:58:25 -0000<bird mites >Subject: Mite Repellent I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I asked this question: What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which really dries out the skin.

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Have you thought about trying the ESP products that a number of us are

having success with? The website is www.espbotanicals.com. You want the

new hope kit which is $100, but well worth the $$, and waaaayyyy better

than sulfer. You can do a search on the home page(ESP)to see what we

have said about it. I personally started (me and my kids) on it about

two weeks ago, along with diatomaceous earth(environmentally), and

activity is down to a minimum. Remember to slow down and take a deep

breath once in a while. Being frazzled and stressed out will not help

your situation at all. It takes time, you cant rush it. Take it a day

at a time, and take care of yourself first. I know its hard to think

about anything else, but it is crucial. It will only get better from

here.

Good Luck.

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> I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I

> asked this question:

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> What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the

> skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which

> really dries out the skin.

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Hi Holly. I was wondering what all the buzz about ESP was! Thanks for

the link. Their products look incredible but the price...OMG! Right

now, we're suffering from a fairly heavy infestation and I'm looking

for a strong repellent to tide me over till we bring their numbers

down. Maybe something I can make myself without breaking the bank?

Has anyone tried the lemon-eucalyptus spray (Repel) that's mentioned

on the treatment strategies page? http://www.birdmites.org/strategies.html

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> > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I

> > asked this question:

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> > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the

> > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which

> > really dries out the skin.

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Repel (lemon eucalyptus) didn't do a thing for me. It did not repel

and the only thing it did was make me cough. The smell is quite

strong so you can't really wear the scent around ppl (i.e. co-

workers). However, do understand that while we may all be fighting

similar bugs, they may be of differnt species and not all products

that worked for some will work for others. It's tough but you'll

have to find out through trial and error and stick to the product

that you think is working. For me, DEET based products such as OFF

have been the best repellent but I stopped using it b/c I didn't

want to ruin my health.

For anyone that's just getting started fighting this thing, I think

the best thing you can do is to get a dehumidifier. We haven't

talked about them lately but there have been quite a discussion back

in September. You can also search for Jeff's post " Please do not

water the mites " as he's the one that came up with the idea. Yes,

it's expensive and a brand new one will set you back $200 (you can

look on craigslist for used ones). Plus, running them 24/7 will be

like keeping on a big flat screen TV 24/7. You will see a jump in

the electricity bill. I think many of us are finding that a

dehumidifier is not the magic solution but together with other

things like borax, DE, orange plus, essential oil sprays, alcohol,

etc., the combination makes a big difference. In general though,

rubbing alcohol (mixed w/ essential oils) and Windex is a universal

knockdown but there are health risks accociated with that. IGRs

have worked for some, and remains unproven for others. I used lots

of Nylar in the beginning but I'm not sure if it's helped, but I

don't know that for sure either b/c what if my problem was much

worse without Nylar? (let's not find out)

If you slop mop or do anything for knockdown but increase the

humidity of your place, having a dehumidifier becomes invaluable as

it can quickly get the humidity levels down again to a level that's

very unfriendly to these bugs. You'd want to keep your humidity

levels < 30%. Lower the better. It may not feel comfortable to you

to live in such an arrid environment but the same goes for the

bugs. Their activity slows down considerably, meaning they won't

reproduce as much/fast compared to if the humidity was really high.

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> > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't

remember if I

> > > asked this question:

> > >

> > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply

directly to the

> > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments,

which

> > > really dries out the skin.

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Trly, you are truly the best! Gonna get some of that Gold Bond lotion

tomorrow, and not a day later. BTW, I gave my cats their Ivermectin

treatment today, followed by your olive oil suggestion. I've been

administrating the Iver orally.

How were you able to eliminate these things from your home

environment, and how long did it take? Did you have the red mite or

Northern Fowl?

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> Try Gold Bond Medicated Lotion. It contains menthol and the mites

absolutely HATE it ! (The one in the green bottle!)

> It will keep the skin soft while repelling these lil' buggers.

> Trly

> Sent via BlackBerry by AT & T

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> Mite Repellent

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> I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I

> asked this question:

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> What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the

> skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which

> really dries out the skin.

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Used to think the ESP was really pricey, but now am convinced that

it's actually economical. The New Hope kit is $112 including shipping

& designed to be used twice a day & last three months. That breaks

down to $37.33 a month. By the time you'd buy a couple essential

oils, menthol & /or sulfur powders & body wash products & other

personal protection to last you through a month, I'd guess you'd

easily have spent that amount.

And the New Hope pretty much does it all - repels what's in the

environment from getting you, removes what's already gotten in your

skin & actually heals. It's really impressive the relief & correction

it provides. I'm one of those here who have found it invaluable.

The cost is upfront for the 3 months but the benefits are outstanding.

Two adults (or kids over 10) could share a kit & it would last a

month & a half.

If the cost is prohibitive, at least consider the soap. One bar

easily lasts a month & a half.

Before I got the New Hope Kit, I used a spray-on repellant that

worked very well for me when reapplied every 4-6 hours. Won't get you

through the night unless you wake up to reapply, but the best I'd

found. Available from Herbal Healer Academy online & probably

elsewhere - Bite Blocker Extreme:

http://www.herbalhealer.com/biteblocker.html

On the same page are other personal & environmental sprays. Haven't

tried them but everything I have gotten from Herbal Healer has been

very good stuff.

If you decide to order the New Hope, know that the woman who invented

& patented these products, Trisha Springstead, is an extremely

helpful & generous soul. Tell her you're from this birdmites group &

she'll include an extra or two for relief. She's in Florida & you can

call Trisha at 352-544-8111 or check out her website (including

testimonials) at

http://www.espbotanicals.com/main_line_new_hope.html

Know how awful this can be - call it the mitemare - but with help

from this wonderful group of understanding friends you will find

relief! Best wishes, Sue

I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I

asked this question:

What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the

skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which

really dries out the skin.

[Guest guest]

Thank you for the wealth of information, Sue. The ESP products look

impressive, but I'm afraid I'll have to pass until they lower their

prices or I come into more $. We've been concocting our own sulfur

creme (husband is a closet chemist) and essential oil

shampoo/conditioners for a fraction of retail prices. Just need

something to spray/rub on to keep the mites off when we're not using

sulfur. Our mite, we think, is the Northern Fowl mite. And we still

haven't figured out the best repellent for them. For now, gonna give

Gold Bond lotion a try. And Herbal Healer repellent looks promising,

too.

Do you know what mite you have? I'm curious how people ID their

respective " mitemares. "

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> I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I

> asked this question:

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> What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the

> skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which

> really dries out the skin.

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Nope, didnt work for me...just stinks. They still swarmed, must have had on some lil breathing masks! I havent tried the ESP but I am thinking about it. strong repellent...menthol. And Garlic helps me. I cut it up in very small pieces, pour a lil olive oil on and sprinkle some Tony's...then I eat those pieces with the little bitty saltine crackers. Yummy, and have a big glass of ice water(with a cover on it). I always keep a lid on my cup and i keep the whole thing in a gallon ziplock bag. Dont want bugs in my drink! or the dehumid sucking it up. Anyways, I stink to high heaven but it sure makes them leave me alone for awhile. I've been scraping my ceilings so they are quite pissed at me...needless to say, they are stalking me. And keep a spray bottle with 3/4 91%alcohol, 1/4 witchhazel and a splash of tea tree oil. i use a body spray bottle cause it mists real fine. spray it around u and on u....just dont breathe it. i spray it all over me. Hope some of my ramble helps...think I gotta garlic buzz...lol> > >> > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember if I> > > asked this question:> > > > > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly to the> > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, which> > > really dries out the skin.> > >> >>

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I bought Garlic capsules and have taken them occasionally but was

wondering about the effect on bugs. Well now that I read the

container, it says " Odorless Garlic " , which I guess defeats the

point of trying to repel them.

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> > > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't

remember if

> I

> > > > asked this question:

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> > > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply

directly to

> the

> > > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments,

which

> > > > really dries out the skin.

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no, the garlic didnt do any good for me either. has to be the real deal and it works for me. It's okay if I stink...my kids dont mind. They'd be the only ones smelling me...plus, they like to eat it like a dip...i take and cut it to small pieces , put some evoo on it, tony;s seasoning, cover and microwave about 5 minutes or until tender. they smash it and eat it on crackers. Yum...makes me hungry> > > > >> > > > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't > remember if> > I> > > > > asked this question:> > > > >> > > > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply > directly to> > the> > > > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments, > which> > > > > really dries out the skin.> > > > >> > > >> > >> >>

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sorry, meant to say garlic capsules!> > > > > >> > > > > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't> > remember if> > > I> > > > > > asked this question:> > > > > >> > > > > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply> > directly to> > > the> > > > > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments,> > which> > > > > > really dries out the skin.> > > > > >> > > > >> > > >> > >> >>

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I started using Diatomaceous earth on November 2nd, and using the

ESP products a few days later. These things were responsible for the

turn around. Diatomaceous earth is cheap, and the ESP products are

worth their weight in gold. You wont need a repellant or anything

else. Call the number and talk to Trisha.

Diatomaceous earth is made from the fossilized shells of diatoms.

The shells are razor sharp, they cut the exoskeleton of bugs. There

are no chemicals in this diatomaceous earth, it is all natural. And

it gives the mites a run for their money. If you ask me it is the

best thing that you can use in your environment. I know it works

because if you walk around my apartment and look at the windowsills

they are bug graveyards. Bugs i didnt know were here, flies, gnats,

etc.. (i havent cleaned them up because it makes me feel good to

picture the mites laying there next to them DEAD...i know...its bad)

Here is the webpage;

www.yardiac.com

Good Luck

Holly

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> > > I'm so frazzled from by all this mite activity I can't remember

if I

> > > asked this question:

> > >

> > > What's an effective, non-toxic mite repellent to apply directly

to the

> > > skin? I need something to use in between sulfur treatments,

which

> > > really dries out the skin.

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[Guest guest]

Kihun, second to eating a ton of fresh garlic, garlic oil capsules

may be what you want. They usually leave all the good stuff in the

oil and you should soon happily reek of allicin.

bob

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