Not Enough Summer Safety Tips From Santa Rosa Massage

This is the second installment of summer safety tips. Last time, the focus was sun safety, this will focus on bug safety!  Santa Rosa Massage wants you to protect your skin.

The Environmental Working Group has a great quiz to help you figure out what bug repellent is best for the adults, kids or pregnant women in your family. Take the quiz!

Some chemical-free ways to avoid bugs and bug bites this summer:

Avoid using scented soaps, perfumes, or hair sprays or gel on yourself or your child.

Don’t go to areas where insects and bugs might be – near-standing water or gardens where flowers are in bloom.  Santa Rosa massage has more information if you need help.

Avoid flowery prints and bright colors

If you’re going to be outside during dusk, cover up to avoid mosquitoes.