Bug Spray

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Whether you love to hike or just spend time outside, those nagging biting bugs can put a damper on your outdoor enjoyment. Thankfully, bug spray can help you enjoy being outdoors thanks to its insect-repelling and mosquito repellent properties. Shop CVS Pharmacy to find a wide assortment of bug spray products from some of the top brands. Whenever you venture outside, be sure to apply bug spray to your skin and/or clothing to help prevent bug bites and possible infection. Look for safe bug spray that can be used for the entire family. Some bug spray products come in an aerosol container, while others may be featured in a pump bottle. From mosquitoes and horseflies to ticks, these products will help you stay safe any time you venture outdoors.

How does bug spray work?

Bug spray does not kill bugs, but it is designed to act as a bug repellent to keep pests away from you. Most types of bug sprays work by disguising your scent so bugs are not attracted to you, therefore, reducing or preventing the possibility of getting bitten, while acting to repel bugs because of the chemicals. Some chemicals in bug spray cover the scent of carbon dioxide, which is what insects are attracted to as you breathe or sweat. You can find bug sprays that contain both natural and synthetic ingredients, depending on the brand and the formula that you choose. DEET is still the most common ingredient in most bug spray products, but there are also natural brands that contain citronella oil, which is extracted from the leaves and stems of lemongrass plants. Other ingredients may include oil from lemon eucalyptus trees or the catnip plant. Make sure that the bug spray you choose has active ingredients that are safe, non-toxic, and that will hide your scent to keep those awful biting bugs away.