- To get an insect stinger out – use tweezers. But, if that does not work, try placing tape over the sting and then lift off the tape. It should pull the stinger with it.
- Tape a copper penny over an insect sting. Some people claim this takes the sting (pain) out and keeps it from swelling so bad. Somehow, the copper in the penny counteracts the poison in the sting.
- I’ve heard that Alka Seltzer helps relive itching of an insect bite. Dissolve 2 tablets in a small glass of water, then dab the solution on the insect bite.
- Relieve the itch of a bug bite by dabbing it with antiperspirant. The aluminum salts will reduce the swelling, and help to relieve the itch.
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Deb says:
June 23, 2010 at 7:36 am (UTC -6 )
I just have to say . . . . the idea about using deoderant to stop the itch of insect bites is wonderful! I now carry a travel size container of antiperspirant in my purse. I usually make sure I have the mosquito spray handy for when I’m outside in the evenings to keep the bugs away to begin with, but sometimes I find myself without the spray, and the mosquitos love me. Once attacked by mosquitoes, the only relief I’ve found is with the antiperspirant. It works immediately and for a long time.
My son had a tick bite the other day. Once we removed the tick and made sure we got the head out and everything, I instructed him to not scratch it, and put some antiperspirant on the bite. Later in the day I asked him if it was itching. There was a red spot there. But he said it did not itch at all. I was amazed and now want to let everyone know about this inexpensive home remedy.