Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. These days, pharmacies, sporting goods stores, and online retailers offer a wide array of insect repellent products. With ...

One of the upshots of the 2016 Zika outbreaks is that there are now many more insect repellents to choose from. According to a recent study by scientists at New Mexico State University, the number of ...

To fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne diseases like Lyme and West Nile, you need an effective insect repellent. Consumer ...

Whether planning a vacation that involves plenty of time outdoors-possibly around bugs-or just want protection while enjoying your backyard, a forest hike or time in a grassland or desert, insect ...

Sawyer’s Picaridin is a synthetic version of a chemical derived from pepper plants and is safe for the entire family, even pregnant women. DEET is a very effective mosquito repellent, and this ...

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It was a long winter for many of us, so the return to warm weather makes upcoming plans for barbecues and picnics sound all the sweeter. Those outdoor activities, of course, come with an itchy, harsh ...

If you're looking to keep mosquitoes away from your campsite or a backyard gathering, the Thermacell has you covered.

Although it's associated with nasty cigarettes, the tobacco plant is also a potential source of vaccines, biofuel and antibiotics. Now, a chemical from the plant is also being used as a bug repellent ...

Consumer Reports has no relationship with any advertisers on this website. One of the upshots of last year's Zika outbreaks is that there are now many more insect repellents to choose from. Last ...

An effective insect repellent can help you fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and West Nile virus ...