3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Lotion, 2-Ounce (2-Tubes)

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The most important step in keeping mosquitoes out of your yard is to remove or treat standing water around your home. “Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water, even in an amount as small as what could be found in a bottle cap. By reducing the spots where mosquitoes can multiply, the number of mosquitoes found in your yard will go down,” says Lehner. Kitchen Appliances & Tools Home & Kitchen All Kitchen Appliances & Tools Coffee Makers Cookware Air Fryers Mixers Kitchen GadgetsThe most common health outcomes of mosquito bites range from minor irritation, to blistered welts, depending on your reactions to mosquito saliva (the stuff that makes you itch). Then, there’s the added risk of mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue, chikungunya, zika, and West Nile virus.

In general, the recommendation is to use separate products. First, apply the sunscreen and then apply the repellent. Due to the decrease in SPF when using a DEET-containing insect repellent after applying sunscreen, you may need to reapply the sunscreen more frequently. Are insect repellents safe for children? You might not immediately think about opting for a bug-repellent wipe over a cream or an aerosol spray, but as it turns out there are a ton of benefits to going this route. The OFF! Botanicals Towelettes Wipes offer nearly the same benefits as traditional bug repellents, but you can easily pop them into your carry-on bag without worrying about having to lug another liquid with you while traveling. There are a handful of common ingredients that are found in most bug repellents on the market. The most common ingredient is DEET. The yellow liquid is the best at keeping away flies and pests and, although it was originally tested as a pesticide in the 1970s, it has been deemed safe for human use in small quantities. Office Home & Kitchen All Office Office Chairs Standing Desks Desk Organizers Seat Cushions Under Desk EllipticalsAs an added bonus, we didn’t notice any harsh, chemical smells with this spray. The light scent was actually somewhat pleasant, but it didn’t linger too long. The only flaw with this repellent is the size of the bottle, which isn’t very portable. The bottle’s size makes it more suitable for at-home use. ACOG Statement on Zika Virus. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Jan 21, 2016. Accessed Dec. 12, 2022 at https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2016/01/acog-statement-on-zika-virus Let’s bust a widely-held misconception here: DEET is safe. It has been studied thoroughly and is approved as safe to use by the EPA and CDC. Not only that, but each of the dermatologists, biologists and entomologists we spoke to highly recommend DEET as one of the top two active ingredients to look for in a repellent. And it remains the standard by which all other active ingredients are measured. All professionals we consulted also agree that it’s important to apply DEET-based products carefully, and in line with the instructions on the box. Avoid getting DEET in your eyes or mouth, and if you apply it with your hands, wash them thoroughly and immediately afterwards.

While these mosquito repellents didn’t top any of our categories, they may still be of interest to you. use mosquito netting over bed or seating areas. Protect infants 2 months or younger from mosquitoes by using mosquito netting with an elastic edge for a tight fit for a crib or infant carrier. Board-certified entomologist Wizzie Brown explains that mosquitoes are attracted to and bite many animals, including humans. “[Mosquitoes] are looking for animals where they can get a blood meal because they need protein so they can lay eggs,” Brown shares. However, their life-sustaining process can often leave us with itchy, uncomfortable bites, or worse, potential diseases. Rodriguez SD, Drake LL, Price DP, Hammond JI, Hansen IA. The efficacy of some commercially available insect repellents for aedes aegypti (Diptera: culicidae) and aedes albopictus(Diptera: culicidae). J Insect Sci. 2015;15(1):140. doi:10.1093/jisesa/iev125 Based on expert recommendations, our team of editors subjected 12 popular repellents to a field testing process. The testing approach included duration spent in known high-density mosquito environments, as well as everyday scenarios (patios, barbecues, parks etc.) where our editors have experienced insect bites previously. Our editors followed box instructions for application techniques and protection timeframes.When applying insect repellents to children, avoid applying to their hands, around their eyes, or to any skin areas that are cut or irritated. If you’re looking for a DEET-free option, look for a mosquito repellent that has picaridin as the main active ingredient. It tends to feel more lightweight on your skin compared to DEET. “It’s another one that works very similar to DEET,” Brown explains. “It doesn’t tend to have that oily or greasy feel.” When the EPA registers a repellent, they evaluate the product for effectiveness and potential side effects on humans and the environment. An EPA registered insect repellent is not expected to cause serious effects to humans or the environment when used as directed. The EPA evaluation assures that the product does not pose risks to vulnerable populations, including children and pregnant women. The CDC recommends that consumers use repellent products that have been registered by EPA.