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People use insect repellents to keep harmful or annoying bugs away. Natural insect repellents do not contain toxic chemicals, and some research indicates they are effective. All pesticides that are ...

THE BRANDS THAT WILL PROTECT YOUR FAMILY THIS SUMMER. EVERY YEAR, CONSUMER REPORTS, TESTS, LOTIONS, SPRAYS AND WIPES, INCLUDING PLANT BASED REPELLENTS ON REAL PEOPLE USING MOSQUITOES TO FIND THE BEST ...

Bug season is back. And let's face it, nobody wants to be a mosquito's dinner. Consumer Reports just released its latest insect repellent ratings, so before you head outside, here’s what you need to ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Spending time outdoors is a rite of passage during the summertime. Unfortunately, so are bug bites. And ...

To fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne diseases like Lyme and West Nile, you need an effective insect repellent. Consumer ...

Whether planning a vacation that involves plenty of time outdoors-possibly around bugs-or just want protection while enjoying your backyard, a forest hike or time in a grassland or desert, insect ...

Making your own insect repellent sounds so simple: Just whip up a mixture of apple cider vinegar or witch hazel plus a few drops of some herby essential oils—no deet required. But there aren’t a lot ...

We updated this article in July 2022 to add more information about each featured product, based on extensive research done by our team. This traditional spray is formulated with 25% DEET and has a ...

INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — A bug bite can leave more than just an itchy bump. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases, including Lyme and ...