In cases where we haven’t tried the product yet, we based our recommendations on our past experiences using similar products. ![]() We researched the market and relied on our personal testing and hands-on experience to find and select the best bug-deterring products. For large spaces, bug zappers work well-they have long-lasting LED bulbs that are great for outdoor use. If mosquitos are your biggest problem and you only have a modest area to cover, consider a candle or small repellant gadget. Zappers or CandlesĬartridge-based lanterns and tabletop units provide an effective alternative to the traditional bug zapper, which mounts up high and plugs into an outlet. Permethrin is used for clothing instead of your skin-it’ll continue to work through multiple washes, and you can even buy clothing with permethrin-based repellent baked in. Picaridin is just as effective as DEET but without the sticky feel or odor, working to repel insects, ticks, and chiggers. The most common (and best for ticks) is DEET, which has an unmistakable smell and greasiness when applied to the skin. Insect repellents typically rely on one of three chemicals to ward off mosquitoes: DEET, permethrin, and picaridin. What to Consider DEET, Permethrin, and Picaridin Best for Fabrics and Clothes: Sawyer Products Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent. ![]() Most Powerful: Ben's 100 Tick and Insect Repellent Pump.Best for Small Spaces: Thermacell Radius Zone Mosquito Repeller.Best for Large Spaces: Flowtron BK-15D Electronic Insect Killer. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |