The Best Bug Repellents

Everyone should avoid bug bites, which are annoying at best and debilitating (or even lethal) in worst-case scenarios.

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 Insect Repellent. It’s the best bottle of bug spray we found after testing over 25 repellents and talking to everyone from the EPA to the American Mosquito Control Association.


Read the full article by Doug Mahoney on Wirecutter's website here.

अंतिम अद्यतन

January 6, 2025

द्वारा लिखित

Staff picks for Wirecutter.

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मीडिया मेंशन

Whether for gardening, mowing or warm evenings outside, we found Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent to be an excellent choice in every setting.

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स्वास्थ्य से मीडिया उल्लेख

मीडिया मेंशन

The efficacy of DEET without harsh chemicals. Sawyer Picardin Insect Repellent is our go-to skin protection against mosquitos and ticks. We prefer the lotion to the spray-on, which lasts 8-14 hours.

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एडवेंचर एलन से मीडिया मेंशन

मीडिया मेंशन

We recommend this lotion from Sawyer for its effectiveness, thorough application, and easily transportable bottle.

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दस्ते से

हमारे समुदाय के साथ कैम्प फायर वार्तालाप, स्क्वाड सदस्यों और राजदूतों से लेकर ब्रांड पार्टनर्स और सॉयर टीम तक।