I've watched many of Florida sunsets. It wasn't until I woke up with bites from head to toe one morning on vacation that I started asking natives at our timeshare, "What happened to me? I didn't see any mosquitoes last night?!" No-see-ums. You don't see them, hence the name.
From what I hear, they are worse than mosquitoes, and depending on where you live in the south, they are a greater problem. I never heard about them until of course, my daughter and I were nearly eaten alive.
For those familiar with Buzz Blocker Mosquito & No-See-Um Repellent, you may also be familiar with my daughter and inspiration for creating the repellent. She also has severe allergic reactions to no-see-ums. Buzz Blocker originated as a "mosquito & other pest" repellent. I changed the title for my customers in the south, as the retailers wanted it to be clear that it works to repel them too.
Most individuals that attract mosquitoes attract no-see-ums. Both mosquitoes and no-see-ums are found nationwide. You will find mosquitoes are a larger problem in the northern states, and no-see-ums in the south or ocean bordering states.
As a side note, as I've been asked this question: "Does Buzz Blocker repel ticks?" The answer is "Yes. However, always check yourselves ...do not have a false sense of security. Ticks will land where you apply and do not apply. They just don't like the formula and are unlikely to want to bite you where you apply it." This goes for all tick repellents. Always check yourself.
Buzz Blocker is DEET free and made with 100% organic ingredients. Unlike most repellents, Buzz Blocker works effectively. So much so that unlikely all repellents, Buzz Blocker offers its customers a 100% money back guarantee. Really. It works that well.