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2. The Best Bug Sprays and Insect Repellents, According to ... - AOL

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   With the use of Picaridin, this repellent is safe to use on the whole fam. The bug spray is often found on "Best of" lists just like this one for its reputation of being a tough spray without DEET ...

3. 7 mosquito repellent options to try in your backyard - AOL

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   Quick Overview. BuzzPatch Mosquito Patch Stickers for Kids. Deet-free repellent for kids. $15 at Amazon. Murphy's Naturals Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Insect Repellent Spray. All-natural essential oil ...

4. This Common Kitchen Ingredient Repels Mosquitoes JUST ... - AOL

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   Dr. Revée Barbour, N.D., M.S., a naturopathic and functional medicine doctor based in Sacramento, says she likes using lemongrass essential oil as a natural mosquito and insect repellent. While ...

5. Insect repellent - Wikipedia

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   Synthetic repellents tend to be more effective and/or longer lasting than "natural" repellents.. For protection against mosquito bites, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends DEET, icaridin (picaridin, KBR 3023), oil of lemon eucalyptus (para-menthane-diol or PMD), IR3535 and 2-undecanone with the caveat that higher percentages of the active ingredient provide longer protection.

6. DEET - Wikipedia

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   N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide, also called diethyltoluamide or DEET ( / diːt /, from DET, the initials of di- + ethyl + toluamide), [1] [2] is the oldest, one of the most effective and most common active ingredient in commercial insect repellents.

7. Icaridin - Wikipedia

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   Icaridin, also known as picaridin, is an insect repellent which can be used directly on skin or clothing. [1] It has broad efficacy against various arthropods such as mosquitos, ticks, gnats, flies and fleas, and is almost colorless and odorless. A study performed in 2010 showed that picaridin spray and cream at the 20% concentration provided ...