*BEST* BUG SPRAYS FOR SUMMER 2024

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[jh]

I'm a wildlife biologist in a tropical climate. I work in and around streams and stagnant water and have to battle mosquitoes year-round. I cover up with tight weave long sleeves and long pants. I also use a buff head scarf around my head and neck to protect from sun and mosquitos. I prefer to use 7% DEET non-aerosol spray for my head, neck and ears. I reapply a few times throughout the day. I also spray directly onto my buff head scarf. I use 20% deep woods for the rest of my body, mostly spraying onto the surface of my pants and shirt. I reapply the 20% DEET about 2-3 times a day. DEET is safe and effective. Every time I've tried a natural alternative I get chewed up!

[Hopeful-wh]

I buy the 3 pack of Deep Woods Off from Costco on repeat. We are surrounded by woods! Lyme disease is no joke.

[SarahMarjorie]

Mosquito dunks have helped my backyard significantly!! You should be able to get them at any hardware store

[eg_daria]

Thanks for explaining about applying sunscreen first before the insect repellent.

[marylawman]

Products with DEET are the only thing that works for me against mosquitoes, biting flies and no see ems. If I'm going to be outside, it's a must or I will get eaten alive. Not to mention using it to repel ticks. Lots of issues with those too where I live. I hate the feel of it on my skin but I put up with it. Citronella candles never do a thing in my area. Happy Tuesday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a tranquil evening. ❤

[blahpan]

Thank you!! The video I wasn’t expecting but totally appreciated! I always get bit and only know about OFF. Have a great day Dr. Dray!

[UncleCharliex]

Also bringing a deterrent or treating the area your going to be in if possible. One of the reasons to love fall and winter is bug dormancy! Good job Dray! ⭐️

[angelac]

Brand “Bug Soother” is good, less sticky than most natural sprays, less smelly, bought it from Walgreens, mostly lemongrass but has a vanilla smell. Works, bugs love me. I do use deet spray on my clothes and Bug Soother on my skin and face. At first I thought it felt oil free but if you spray a lot it can be a little oily.

[michellec]

My family used those Amazon bracelets recently on a camping trip. They said it seemed like more mosquitos came around them when they opened the package and put the bracelets on them before the package was opened.

[kimmyers]

FYI, permethrin is extremely toxic to cats. We live in the woods and have lots of deer, so we use DEET and the Repel Lemon Eucalyptus products. Thanks for a great video, Dr. Dray.

[davidshabas]

Happy Tuesday Dr Dray so excited to be here I live for this ❤️

[botansaluki]

I am deathly allergic to the citronella plant, specifically the oil the plant makes. I went into anaphylaxis last year due to tiki torch fuel. It’s so embarrassing to have to call up places and ask if I might encounter the oil ahead of time. Please remember that if you use an air born oil to be careful about it, you never know who might be allergic.

[civee]

Thank you so much! my kids aren't deet fans so it's nice to know the bona fide alternatives.

[katieyoung]

Video Suggestion- it would be awesome if you could recommend things that we should always try to keep in our home/travel FIRST AID KIT! Any time I try to update mine I’m always a bit confused about what products would be best for wound care! Thanks a bunch!!! ❤

[s.jensen]

We’ve had so many storms, excessive rain and heat here in in the Midwest the Misquotes are Horrendous! I appreciate this Video Dr Dray ❤❤

[BelleStreetBoyz]

Thank you!!! I get bit like crazy in the summer, so I really appreciate this video. 💜💙💚

[lynnharris]

Wearing colors make the videos more visually pleasant.

[universe.x]

I remember I scratched a mosquito bite not intentionally, actually in my sleep😂 Had to take a course of antibiotics. It was crazy. My leg was swollen and red. The mosquito bite infection is no joke 😮

[kingozzy]

So the ecological impact of eradicating mosquitos (at least the tiger kind) is good. Scientists even say we should get rid of them cuz they're just so invasive.
Also, mosquitos bite THROUGH THE PANTS and fabrics, so idk what to do. However, I haven't tried tucking my pants into my socks. I will try that. Does insect repellent really expire? The active ingredients still work past expiration, don't they?

[danicageeslin]

Thank you for a super video! Always appreciate level headed info! That’s all you have, so you are the best!!