Does Deet Free Bug Spray Work

After a thorough investigation of bug sprays, Consumer Reports found that deet-free products can actually work better, which is the first time the magazine has ever come to this conclusion. The items that took the top spot listed “picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus as the active ingredients,” reports TIME.com.

Is bug spray without DEET effective?

Luckily, the best non-DEET mosquito repellents work just as well at keeping the bugs from feasting on your blood. … Studies have shown that it’s just as effective against mosquitos as DEET when used in a concentration of 20%, so it’s one of the most proven swaps you’ll find.

What is the difference between DEET and DEET free?

DEET versus DEET free? The main difference is the active ingredient. The active ingredient in Mosi-guard® Lemon Eucalyptus is Citriodiol®. Unlike DEET which is a synthetic chemical active, Citriodiol is plant based, also known as Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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