What DEET-based product is the best to use?
All DEET-based repellents work exactly the same way–by interfering with the mosquito’s ability to detect carbon dioxide and specific odors that they can sense The difference is how LONG they will keep bugs away. It’s best to select a product based on how long you will be outside. A lower concentration (7-10%) will last 90 minutes or so. A 100% product will last 10-12 hours. Some sustained release products have a concentration of 25% and last up to eight hours. The key is to use the lowest concentration based on your planned activity. For protection from ticks, use at least a 20% concentration product.
