CR tests lotions, sprays, wipes, and plant-based repellents on real people using real mosquitoesCR tests repellants by ...

Picaridin is a synthetic insect repellent ingredient that has been available in the U.S. since 2005. It was created by Bayer and is based on the piperidine molecule, a chemical found in some ...

For a bug repellent that’s safe and effective—and that won’t stink or leave a puddle of oil on your skin—skip the DEET and get a picaridin formula, like Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin ...

Use an insect repellent containing DEET, or picaridin, in a concentration of 20–35 percent for most activities. Apply repellents only to exposed skin. Depending on product choice and application, DEET ...

Look for products that contain DEET, picaridin, or other proven tick ... If you’re looking for a reliable tick and insect repellent, Ben’s 30 Tick & Insect Repellent 6 oz Eco-Spray is a ...

Insect repellent with DEET are safe ... If you're looking for an alternative, sprays with an ingredient called Picaridin are safe and work well too. They just don't last as long.

James says any repellent effect from citronella is likely to be short-lived and recommends products containing DEET, PMD, IR3535 or Picaridin instead, particularly if visiting areas where diseases ...

The pests are notoriously weak fliers, so circulating air can stop the bugs from reaching you ... And if you’re in the market for a repellent, picaridin and DEET block a much wider number ...

are picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus (more on those below). Here are five of our top-rated repellents. (Digital and All Access members can see CR’s full insect repellent ratings.) ...