Insect repellent sprays, lotions, and wipes—Consumer Reports has put them all to the test. 🦟
has put them all to the test. That means having willing panelists stick their arms into cages filled with 200 disease-free mosquitoes after having a standard dose of repellent applied to their skin.“With cases of mosquito and
on the rise, it’s crucial to protect yourself,” warned Consumer Reports Health Editor Catherine Roberts.Take Lyme disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that 476,000 cases occurred each year between 2010 and 2018, up nearly 45 percent from the decade prior.“Our testing paints a pretty clear picture - no matter the brand or what kind of repellent you’re using - products made with 25 to 30 percent deet worked the best,” said Roberts.
Repellents that earn a recommendation from Consumer Reports include 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent8 and Ben’s Tick and Insect Repellent Wilderness Formula Pump. Both excelled in protecting against mosquitos and ticks. If you prefer wipes, Ben’s Tick & Insect Repellent Wipes are top-rated too.
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