- Basil
Basil, a culinary and medicinal herb, is ideal for bug bites thanks to chemical compounds like eugenol that relieves itchy skin. To make a basil rub:
- Boil two cups of water and remove from heat.
- Add 1/2 ounce of dried basil leaves.
- Allow the mixture to steep until it is cool.
Dip a washcloth into it the steeped basil water and rub it gently on your bites. Alternately, chop a few fresh basil leaves until very fine and rub them on to your bite.
Very informative post. It is true that bug bites are an inevitable part of summer. The remedies mentioned here are natural, so it is sure that it will not make any harm to our skin. *url redacted*