Insect Repellent for Field Professionals: Picaridin, Permethrin, DEET & Natural Home Remedies

When you work outdoors, insects are part of the job description — especially if you are a field professional. Depending on the location of the job, the insects you encounter can range from mildly annoying to potentially dangerous.

Choosing the right insect repellent is a necessity.

Whether you choose a natural remedy, synthetic repellent, or good old-fashioned DEET bath, here are some products and factors to keep in mind.

See the full article by Baseline Equipment on Medium's website here.

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This Sawyer repellent won a SELF Outdoor Award in 2022.

Sara Coughlin

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The first detections of West Nile virus this year are a reminder to take steps to prevent mosquito bites and possible disease.

Desiree Fischer
Reporter

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Both Consumer Reports and the Environmental Working Group (EWG) suggest that oil of lemon eucalyptus and picaridin can each serve as an alternative to DEET.

Terry Graedon
Editor, The People's Pharmacy