I've never heard anyone talk about staring...I personally.. dont take my eyes off my potential prey.. and never had any adverse reaction from the deer. Movement on the other hand,caught the attentionofmany of them lol
I am however inclined to agree with covering the hands and face with camo.. but it may just be something i feel better about doing as I havnt really noticed a big difference from the deer when not wearing my camo gloves and facemask on warmer days