Does insect repellent like off really work to keep off mosquitoes?

Brita asked:


As soon as I go outside I get swarmed with mosquitoes and bitten all over. I can't even go outside. Does insect repellent work? What is the best kind for mosquitoes?

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What is a good insect repellent for babies?


  • Mountain House Freeze Dried Food

    February 27th, 2010

    Camping Discounters

    Yes. Deep Woods Off is probably the most common found and works well.

  • Sterling Silver Boxes

    March 1st, 2010

    Camping Gear

    Does insect repellent work?
    Yes, some product works.

    What is the best kind for mosquitoes?
    OFF lotion or other related products.

    When and if you choose Off lotion, you need to re-apply the lotion after 4-5 hours or when you sweat or got in contact with water. They are only effective when you apply them correctly.

  • insect repellent

    March 4th, 2010

    Nitro-Pak

    When shopping for repellents compare the percentage of DEET in the product. DEET is the active ingredient. The more DEET the better it will work.

  • Mountain Gear

    Yes, it works really well in my experience. And Off is a really good brand to use. But you know, I really don’t like the smell. There’s this Bath Oil (Called Skin So Soft, it’s by Avon) that I like to use. You can put it on your skin just like normal insect repellent, and it works just as well as any regular mosquito spray. And it smells really good! :) You should try it if you don’t like that other stuff.

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