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The Spruce: The 7 Best Bug Repellents, Tested and Reviewed
A review of the best bug repellents available based on long lasting, DEET or DEET free, unscented, lotion, or non-greasy.
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January 13, 2025
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Three insect repellent sprays from OFF!, Coleman, and Natrapel placed on a wooden porch table outdoors.
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The Spruce: The 9 Best Bug Repellents of 2024
When spending time outdoors, bug repellent is an essential product to have on hand. But to ensure that you keep away the insects bothering you the most,
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March 5, 2024
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The Spruce: These 45 Tested Products Are on Sale for Prime Day
With our database of recommended products as a handy reference, we’ve crafted a list of worthy deals that you can trust thanks to our thorough research..
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July 17, 2023
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Can of OFF! Deep Woods insect repellent spray with green and orange label against green background.
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The Spruce: The 8 Best Tick Repellents of 2023, Tested and Reviewed
Just because you're spending quality time in the great outdoors doesn't mean you have to tolerate annoying insects...
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June 27, 2023
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Three insect repellent products: Picaridin spray, Repel lemon eucalyptus spray, and Citronella outdoor sticks.
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The Spruce: The 9 Best Bug Repellents of 2023, Tested and Reviewed
Just because you're spending quality time in the great outdoors doesn't mean you have to tolerate annoying insects...
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May 2, 2023
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Three insect repellent products: Picaridin spray, lemon eucalyptus Repel spray, and citronella outdoor sticks.
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The Spruce: The 7 Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard of 2023
An effective insect repellent can help you better enjoy the outdoors, especially in humid areas where pests proliferate.
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April 20, 2023
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Three insect repellent products: Repel Lemon Eucalyptus spray, Picaridin spray, and Ultrathon lotion.
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The Spruce: The 5 Best Bug Repellents of 2022 to Keep Insects Off
Just because you're spending quality time in the great outdoors doesn't mean you have to tolerate annoying insects...
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June 28, 2022
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The Spruce: The Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard
Our top pick for best mosquito repellents for your yard is the Sawyer Products Picaridin Continuous Spray Insect Repellent.
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June 1, 2022
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Spray can of Sawyer Picaridin insect repellent offering 12-hour protection from mosquitoes and ticks.
Reviews
The Spruce: The 5 Best Bug Repellents of 2022
Top picks review of the 5 best bug repellents of 2022
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February 5, 2022
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The Spruce: The 8 Best Bug Repellents of 2019
The 8 Best Bug Repellents of 2019
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September 16, 2021
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Can of Sawyer Picaridin insect repellent spray providing 12-hour protection from mosquitoes and ticks.
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The Spruce: The 10 Best Bug Repellents of 2021
Effective protection for you and your stuff
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September 16, 2021
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Tips & Guides
The Spruce: The 11 Best Bug Repellents of 2020
The Spruce: The 11 Best Bug Repellents of 2020
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September 16, 2021
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Tips & Guides
The Spruce: How to Get Rid of Chiggers
Protect Yourself and Your Yard From These Mite Larvae
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September 16, 2021
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The 11 Best Bug Repellents of 2020 from The Spruce
The 11 Best Bug Repellents of 2020 from The Spruce
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September 16, 2021
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