The results: the most effective repellents against mosquitoes and ticks contain 25 to 30% DEET as their active ingredient. At ...

But if you’re concerned, simply opt for a repellent with a lower percentage of DEET, or try an alternative with an active ingredient such as icaridin (paradin), which is “deemed both safe and ...

Research also suggests that picaridin may have some effect on mosquitoes’ ability to sense odors, another trait it has in common with deet. CR tests insect repellents by having volunteers put ...

There are two main types of mosquito repellents around: those that include DEET and those that do not. Diethyltoluamide (DEET) is the most common active ingredient in high-powered insect ...

It's a worthy Best Buy that's also available as a pump spray. This excellent mosquito repellent from Asda held strong, providing more than 10 hours of protection before our volunteer testers started ...

Current skin-applied insect repellents, such as DEET, are effective but costly, need frequent reapplication, and suffer from poor user experience, especially in low-income tropical regions.

But what bug spray should you use? Insect repellent with DEET are safe, yes, even during pregnancy and tend to last the longest. Look for a concentration between 10% and 35%. That's enough for ...