No items found.

Best Mosquito Repellents for Kids & Adults 2020


We scoured the scientific literature, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) website, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) publications, and researched the distribution of insects and diseases around the country. In the end, we came away with a pretty good understanding of which bug sprays and lotions are most effective against tick-borne and mosquito-borne illnesses, which are the safest bug sprays and lotions for kids, and how and when to apply them to ensure the best protection. Our list of the top 5 best best mosquito repellents for kids and adults is below, followed by our in-depth reviews of several different options.

Check out the full guide here.

LAST UPDATED

May 5, 2022

Written by
Photo thumbnail Blog Author

Mommyhood101

Media Mentions from Mommyhood101

Advice for informed parents, hands-on reviews and ratings of popular baby products, and news coverage of recent scientific advancements in pediatrics. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

MEDIA MENTIONS

Depending on where you travel, you may want to pack bug spray, too. In places like Florida and North Carolina, summers get buggy, and you’ll be happy to have packed a spray on nights when you want to sit on the porch or dine outdoors.

Madison Flager and Meaghan Kenny

MEDIA MENTIONS

As a veteran of the Iraq War, I found myself struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder from which greatly impacted my mental health. In 2016, I came across the film “Wild,” an adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s memoir about healing by hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).

LeAura Luciano

MEDIA MENTIONS

Sawyer Permethrin Premium Insect Repellent is used on clothing, not skin, and it provides long-lasting protection against ticks.

Wirecutter
Media Mentions from Wirecutter