See more Maximize protection from mosquitoes and ticks by combining Permethrin with Picaridin, an effective and comfortable
20% picaridin Most of our recommendations use a 20% concentration of No longer
What are these things anyway? Where do they come from? Which work best and which are safe? Here’s what CR has found after years of testing and hundreds Actually, Strickman gives the edge to picardin
Picaridin is less likely to irritate eyes and skin, and may be a good choice
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[1] It has broad efficacy against various arthropods such as mosquitos, ticks, gnats, flies and fleas, and is almost colorless and odorless
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Lotion repels mosquitoes up to 14 hours; spray repels mosquitoes up
The non-greasy Picaridin offers all day protection, has a pleasant low citrus odor, and won’t damage plastics or synthetic coatings
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Permethrin is a contact insecticide, meaning that kills ticks or other insects NON-GREASY & SCENT FREE: Clothing-worn Permethrin 0
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Picaridin Spray Sawyer Picaridin topical spray is effective for up to 12 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours of protection against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies
The vapor phase reacts with sunlight to degrade the chemical within a few hours
Insect repellent products containing botanical oils, such as oil of geranium, cedar, lemongrass, soy or citronella, are also available
It is the longest lasting repellent with up to 14 hours of protection against mosquitoes and ticks and up to 8 hours against a variety of flies, chiggers EPA-registered mosquito repellents have demonstrated high efficacy and contain active ingredients such as: Picaridin
It’s an odor-free alternative to lotions and sprays applied to skin
It is used in Overall, EWG's assessment is that picaridin is a good DEET alternative with many of the same advantages and without the same disadvantages