Silica gel contains silicon dioxide and comes in a powder form rather than an actual gel. It is an effective home remedy for bed bugs because it acts as a drying agent, absorbing their body moisture. Studies show that silica gel kills up to 97.5% of adult bed bugs in under 24 hours.

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