Was just spraying weed killer (old DU recipe,

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1. West Nile is starting now, so I take this seriously.. but

I've always hated the greasy chemical feel of DEET, no matter how effective.

So, for several years I tried every damned natural alternative. None worked more than about a half hour--at best. AND a dear friend end up with encephalitis due to WNV and is still experiencing symptoms years later. Permethrin-impregnanted clothing does work, but who wants to wear long sleeves in the summer, unless out camping?

So, yes, back to DEET. BUT, I do like the lower concentration Cutter product, SKINSATION with aloe and vitamin E. It is not greasy and actually smells good. I'm up at dawn and out after dusk with my dog, so the risk is there.