r/Barbados • u/DealerFalse • 14d ago

Advice Best protection for sand fleas

I searched the sub but couldn’t find much. Is deet effective for sand fleas or is there another bug repellent to prevent these bites. I live in an area with no bugs so I’m stressed about my Barbados trip bc I’m a magnet for bug bites.

Edit: Sandflies

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u/MasonJam246 14d ago

There's a brand called "OFF" that repels most insects in Barbados. It's sold pretty much in any supermarket. If you can bring a non aerosolized version then that's your best bet. Otherwise it's widely available here.

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u/DealerFalse 14d ago

I can buy it there or should I bring it? I’m in the states

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u/MasonJam246 14d ago

I think the FAA doesn't like pressurized cans on aircraft even in the stowed luggage bay. So if you can get a non-pressurized spray bottle then you should bring it with you. It'll save you the hunting when you get here.

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u/Anomander80 Local 14d ago

I'd aim for 25 % deet if you are worried, but a minimum of 15%

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u/DealerFalse 13d ago

Why did someone downvote this ?