Learn about the different types of mosquito repellents for babies, kids and adults.
Repellent Quick Tips:
- Repellent should only be applied to clothing and exposed skin.
- Do not apply repellent underneath clothing!
- If you want to apply repellent to your face, spray your hands with repellent and rub it onto your face.
- Do not spray repellent directly into your face or near eyes or mouth.
- Make sure to apply repellent outdoors.
- Do not allow small children to handle repellents.
- After applying repellent, wash hands before eating, smoking or using the restroom.
- Keep repellent just outside your doorway to remind you to apply every time you go outside for an extended period of time.
Mosquito Repellents:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends using a product registered with the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) containing one of the following active ingredients:
- DEET
- Picaridin
- IR3535
- some of the products containing oil of lemon eucalyptus
Additional Resources:
- Mosquito Repellent – Frequently Asked Questions
- If possible, look for the new Repellency Awareness Graphic
- Repellent Product Search Tool
Learn More:
- Mosquito Control at Home and in the Yard
- Mosquito Control Videos
- How to Prevent Mosquito Bites
- Mosquito Control Products
- Mosquito Borne Diseases in Texas
- Events & News
- About Extension Entomology
- Mosquito Control (main page)
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