For a natural alternative, Repel’s lemon eucalyptus spray is a solid choice. It’s DEET-free and works for up to six hours, keeping mosquitoes away without harsh chemicals. The refreshing citrus scent ...

Consumer Reports just released its latest insect repellent ratings, so before you head outside, here’s what you need to know to keep the bites at bay. To find the best bug sprays, Consumer Reports put ...

Whether planning a vacation that involves plenty of time outdoors-possibly around bugs-or just want protection while enjoying ...

Learn more› By Doug Mahoney Doug Mahoney is a writer covering home-improvement topics, outdoor power equipment, bug repellents, and (yes) bidets. Relying on an essential oil bug repellent is ...

Plug a cartridge into the device, and it diffuses that repellent into a 20-foot bug-free zone. It works silently and with only a very slight smell that’s a far cry from the overwhelming scent of ...

Lemons have emerged as surprisingly effective mosquito deterrents. The citrus scent that humans find refreshing proves quite repellent to mosquitoes. Creating a mosquito barrier using this common ...

A new study conducted by CNRS researchers on the combined use of sunscreen and an insect repellent that is among the best selling in France during summer concludes that UV2 protection decreases ...

Applying insect repellent may sound like a simple task, but there are a few mistakes you can make that can make the repellent less effective. If you live in a country with lots of insects, or if ...

Compounds derived from coconut oil have been found to repel some insects better than DEET, a synthetic chemical considered the "gold standard" of repellents, according to a U.S. Department of ...

Ray will work on identifying novel spatial mosquito repellents and their mechanisms. Mosquitoes use their olfactory (smell) and gustatory (taste) systems to detect and feed on human hosts.

The bright, citrus scent of lemons serves as an effective mosquito repellent. Placing twelve lemon slices in strategic locations around outdoor entertaining areas creates a natural barrier against ...