We also evaluated a number of products containing permethrin, which is particularly useful against ticks (and EPA approved). Unlike the others, permethrin is meant to be used on clothing and gear ...

A 2015 study found products with Picaridin, IR3535, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, or Permethrin effective at repelling mosquitoes. It’s important to note that the absence of DEET doesn’t make a product ...

The primary ingredient in InsectShield (or any insect-repellent treatment for clothing) is permethrin. This synthetic pyrethroid insecticide can kill insects, including ticks, and is a repellent ...

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The not-so-secret ingredient? Permethrin - a broad spectrum, non-systemic, synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that can be used to pretreat clothing and is effective against ticks and mosquitoes.

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Another useful strategy for keeping ticks away is wearing clothing treated with the insecticide permethrin or treating your own clothes with permethrin spray. Studies have found that outdoor ...

My first recommendation is for Sawyer Permethrin Premium Insect Repellent. Exposure to ticks and chiggers is the biggest detriment to spring turkey hunting. I contracted Lyme disease from a tick ...

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ALSO GREAT For clothing and gear (not skin), Sawyer’s permethrin repellent is effective against ticks and mosquitoes.