Baby Powder: A Surprising Snake Repellent?

Kentucky Man Shares Controversial Snake Repellent Tip A Kentucky resident, Ceith Griffith, recently shared a DIY method for repelling snakes using baby powder. Griffith, who posts home improvement and life hack videos online, claims sprinkling baby powder around areas where snakes are likely to be found will deter them. "The baby powder sticks to their skin, and the snakes cannot handle it," Griffith says in his video. He recommends using the powder near water sources, tall grasses, and under porches. While the effectiveness of this method is unverified and requires further research, the video has garnered significant attention online. The simplicity of the tip has led many viewers to try it out, sharing their experiences in the comments section. Further research is needed to determine the efficacy of baby powder as a snake repellent, but the video's popularity highlights the ongoing public interest in finding safe and effective ways to coexist with wildlife.