The 6 Best Mosquito Repellents That Saved Us From Itchy Bites During Warm Weather Fun

Mosquito season is here and that means it’s time for us to start being vigilant about protecting ourselves from the pesky pests. While the most common side effect of a mosquito bite is an itchy red bump, mosquitoes can also spread dangerous diseases like West Nile, Lyme disease, Zika, dengue, and more.

We tested various types of repellents — with and without DEET (aka diethyltoluamide, a chemical developed by the U.S. Army that’s widely used in insect repellents).[1] We rated each product based on application, smell, effectiveness, and ingredient quality to find the six best mosquito repellents available today.

Continue reading to learn more about the best mosquito repellents, written by Esther Carlstone.

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November 1, 2024

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Esther Carlstone

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Esther Carlstone is a writer and editor who primarily covers health, parenting, travel, and women's lifestyle. Her work has appeared in Health, Parents, US News & World Report, What to Expect, Mom.com, Babylist, Travel + Leisure, and People.

She lives in Los Angeles with her three kids and husband.

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कपड़ों और गियर (लेकिन त्वचा नहीं) के लिए, सॉयर प्रोडक्ट्स का पर्मेथ्रिन रिपेलेंट टिक्स और मच्छरों को दूर करने के समान सूत्रों के समान प्रभावी है, और इसके ट्रिगर स्प्रे को नियंत्रित करना आसान है।

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There's nothing worse than running out of water mid-hike, but with the Sawyer Mini Water Filtration System, you can make any fresh water ready to drink in minutes. It filters out everything from sediment to bacteria from the water, and can be a real lifesaver in a pinch.

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