The #1 reason why I can't live in a hot country

Mosquitoes. They are the bane of my existence. I have always had a hard time with these little flying demons and without fail cause an allergic reaction that results in (TMI alert) welts that swell, blister and ooze which have me scratching the skin right off. I must have been extra tasty this week because I stopped counting of the number of bites on my feet and ankles. So for the sake of science (and me not losing my mind) I am trying as many tricks as I can get my hands on to help relieve this mini hell I’m in. At the moment I can’t help but look forward to next winter where these little #$%&*# can’t get me! I LOVE WINTER!

If anything, this list will be a good reference for future insect attacks. 

Temporary relief

Hot salt water

Ice cubes (plus frozen water bottles to take to bed)

The gel from a Motrin pill

Apple cider vinegar

Deodorant

Doesn’t do much

Tiger Balm (only helps early on)

Benadryl (pill and cream)

Polysporin

After Bite

Oatmeal paste

Tums paste

Alcohol swaps
Hot tea bag
Fresh lime (this actually made it itch more)
Toothpaste