As the weather changes, many of us are heading off on holiday or spending more time in parks and gardens. However, outdoor activities bring with them the dreaded risk of insect bites. While many people rely on traditional insect repellents to ward off these bugs, those in the know are turning to a classic beauty product that is said to be far more effective at preventing bites.
Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil Spray may be marketed as a moisturiser, but it's so effective against insect bites that even the Royal Marines use it - and a bottle is sold every 25 seconds in the UK. The product was reportedly discovered by a soldier in 2005 who was struggling to find a solution for his itchy bites. Since then, the affordable product has become a regular part of the anti-bite kit for the Marines.
Read more: Amazon's £8.50 sleep gadget described as 'bliss' and fans say 'I wish I'd bought it sooner' Read next: The four-step body cleansing 'ritual' you should be doing in the bath to look 'noticeably younger' Currently, a bottle of Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil Spray costs £5.25 on the brand's website and is priced the same at Superdrug .
Amazon shoppers can also purchase it for the same price , with the added benefit of free next-day delivery. The secret to its insect-repelling properties lies in citronella oil, which is infused into the product. It also contains jojoba oil and vitamin E to lock in moisture, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth, as reported by Manchester E.
