10 Medical Uses For Duct Tape

3. Seal A Bug Bite

Whether bitten by a spider or a mosquito, it's important to avoid scratching the bite itself to reduce the itching. As soon as the scratching begins, it makes matters worse, opening the area up to an infection. As soon as a bug bite occurs, reach for the duct tape. As long as it's not an open bite or sensitive area, a small piece of duct tape can be placed directly on the skin.

Seal off the bite and reduce scratching. If you don't mind a brief sting, apply a little lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to a piece of gauze, apply and then seal with duct tape. Both of these additional ingredients help clean the area to reduce the risk of complications.