To neutralize and acid or base, or in this case venom the opposite pH of the venom should be used. Many bees and Yellow Jackets stinger venom is composed of acidic venom. To neutralize the poisonous acidic compounds, one should use an alkaline household chemical such as milk of magnesia (pH 10), Castile Soap (pH 9) and baking soda (pH 8.3) with water to create a paste. The baking soda will dissolve and be absorbed through the skin to neutralize the infected area. It is important that the household product is alkaline basic. All bases can be used to neutralize acids, but only alkaline are soluble in water. Alkaline basics are less harmful due to the ability to be dissolved or diluted in water. A slightly more basic household product such as
