Bug Repellents That Work
Mosquito and tick bites aren’t just annoying–they spread dangerous diseases. In this episode, senior staff writer Doug Mahoney shares proven prevention tips and breaks down the differences between various effective repellents.
He also explains why you should avoid certain “natural” repellents, like essential oils and citronella candles, and why bug zappers are bad for the environment.
May 29, 2025
Doug Mahoney
Doug Mahoney se yon ekriven ansyen nan Wirecutter ki kouvri amelyorasyon kay. Li te pase 10 zan nan konstriksyon wo fen kòm yon bòs chapant, òmòn, ak sipèvizè. Li ap viv nan yon fèmye trè mande 250 ane fin vye granmoun ak te pase kat ane trip ak rekonstwi kay li anvan yo. Li leve mouton tou e li gen yon bèf chak jou ke li lèt chak maten.
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Medya Mansyone
When I’m going to be walking in tall grass and weeds, I wear my snake boots which I’ve sprayed with Sawyer’s permethrin. Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/living/article308242365.html#storylink=cpy
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Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent: Top-pick bug repellent
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