The 9 Best DEET And DEET-Free Bug Repellents That Actually Work

Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses like malaria and Lyme disease. Applying insect repellent is one preventative measure you can take to avoid getting bitten, but figuring out which ones are actually effective can be confusing, seeing as the labels are often covered with complicated ingredients and jargon like “DEET” and “all-natural.”

To help simplify your shopping, we consulted experts to find the best bug repellents on the market. Using their guidance, we also rounded up highly-rated products you can use to prevent bug bites.

Continue reading to. learn more about the best bug repellents, written by Zoe Malin.

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The 9 Best DEET And DEET-Free Bug Repellents That Actually Work

Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses like malaria and Lyme disease. Applying insect repellent is one preventative measure you can take to avoid getting bitten, but figuring out which ones are actually effective can be confusing, seeing as the labels are often covered with complicated ingredients and jargon like “DEET” and “all-natural.”

To help simplify your shopping, we consulted experts to find the best bug repellents on the market. Using their guidance, we also rounded up highly-rated products you can use to prevent bug bites.

Continue reading to. learn more about the best bug repellents, written by Zoe Malin.

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NBC News: The 9 Best DEET And DEET-Free Bug Repellents That Actually Work

The 9 Best DEET And DEET-Free Bug Repellents That Actually Work

Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses like malaria and Lyme disease. Applying insect repellent is one preventative measure you can take to avoid getting bitten, but figuring out which ones are actually effective can be confusing, seeing as the labels are often covered with complicated ingredients and jargon like “DEET” and “all-natural.”

To help simplify your shopping, we consulted experts to find the best bug repellents on the market. Using their guidance, we also rounded up highly-rated products you can use to prevent bug bites.

Continue reading to. learn more about the best bug repellents, written by Zoe Malin.

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Zoe Malin
Zoe Malin is a reporter at NBC Select based in New York City, NY, who specializes in topics like home and kitchen, wellness and fitness, pets and household basics, from toothpaste to olive oil.
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