Admittedly, this suggestion is from the far left field of “alternative herbal” remedies, and I don’t know if it can be found in Italy, but catnip oil spray is as effective as DEET. We have been using it with excellent success for years. It needs to be applied hourly, but it is scentless and non greasy. We find it in pet supply stores. Also, the Avon product SkinSoSoft DOES work, but its iconic scent is a bit much for some people. We are considering purchasing a property adjacent to a fosso /canal too, so this topic is of interest as I’m allergic to mosquito bites.
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Admittedly, this suggestion is from the far left field of “alternative herbal” remedies, and I don’t know if it can be found in Italy, but catnip oil spray is as effective as DEET. We have been using it with excellent success for years. It needs to be applied hourly, but it is scentless and non greasy. We find it in pet supply stores. Also, the Avon product SkinSoSoft DOES work, but its iconic scent is a bit much for some people. We are considering purchasing a property adjacent to a fosso /canal too, so this topic is of interest as I’m allergic to mosquito bites.