. >> yes, citronella candle and a bug bomb thing. a new product to hang from your porch, and i wouldn't use either one, rely on either one, just on its own. >> reporter: also plenty of bug repellent sprays and wipes. with deet, for instance. >> both the same, recommended by the cdc, but the difference between pacaratin and deet, over the course of time, permethrin can wear away your clothes. like the elasticity on your socks deteriorates. >> reporter: any percentage of >> stick to 30. anything higher, too strong. 30% is about all you need. >> reporter: what if you do get bitten? >> okay, yeah. so if all of this doesn't work, after bite is a really great ocean. almost instant imps relief. >> reporter: after bite lotion costs about $10. you can find out the information at fieldandstream coin pom. in the newsroom, lynda baquero, new york. >> cool tools for campers. >> also a defense is a good, stiff drink. >> i thought you would say staying inside your air conditioned home. >> you just won't care. >> right here on nbc. >> tip of the day