Repelente de insectos

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Most people think of spray when they ponder what type of insect repellent to buy. This spray can either be sold in an aerosol can or a plastic pump bottle, and it's applied directly to the clothing or your skin. If you use a spray, be sure to read the directions and always keep it out of the reach of children. Other forms of insect repellent include candles like citronella. The ingredients of the candle can ward off flies and mosquitoes when it's lit. Single-use towelettes can be a fantastic option if you need bug protection on the go, and wristbands containing insect repellent are extremely easy to use.

When you use or apply insect repellent to your skin, it produces a very specific odor that affects insects' sense of taste and smell, helping to keep them away from your body. The amount of time your repellent will work can vary, so read the direction to see how many hours of effectiveness it has before you need to reapply. For the most part, this repellent can keep biting flies, ticks, and mosquitos away, but it may not work for other insects like bees. Things like sweat, water, and rubbing from your clothing can affect how long the insect repellent lasts.

Whether you're camping, dining outdoors or taking a quick walk, mosquitoes have an uncanny ability to track you down. That's because they can detect chemicals, such as carbon dioxide, in your breath and lactic acid on your skin. They pick up your scent and move toward it like a homing beacon.

Ingredients in mosquito repellents, such as DEET or picaridin, block the receptors in insects' antennae that enable them to find you. Some products include additional ingredients that mask your scent, which helps improve effectiveness. Mosquitoes also actively avoid certain odors, such as citronella or eucalyptus, so these scents are often added to repellents and outdoor velas.

When using an insect repellent, it's important that you only use it as directed. Always follow the label directions to help ensure you get the maximum effectiveness. Only apply enough repellent to cover any exposed skin and avoid over application. Wash your hands after use, and never rub your eyes after you've applied insect repellent. Be aware of any cuts, sunburned skin, or other irritation you may have and avoid applying insect repellent to those areas. Wash all clothing in hot water after it has been exposed to insect repellent. Follow these tips to help ensure you have a fun, insect-free summer to remember.

Bug sprays that repel mosquitoes and flies help maintain your comfort outdoors and prevent insect-borne diseases, such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease. But this protection doesn't last all day. You usually need to reapply the repellent if you're outdoors for more than a few hours.

The duration of effectiveness depends mainly on the active ingredient in the repellent. Products with 15% DEET protect you for up to 6 hours, while a 25% DEET formulation works for up to 8 hours. The best bug sprays with picaridin offer similar protection to DEET-based formulas, but some may even provide protection for up to 12 hours after a single application.

Always read the directions before use, as products vary considerably. Check how much spray to apply and whether the directions recommend reapplication after swimming or sweating. Some insect repellents may also affect the absorption and effectiveness of protector solar if applied at the same time, so be careful of this if you're outdoors during the daytime.

The active ingredients in most outdoor insect repellents are stable, and many products don't include an expiration date. If no expiration date appears on the product, discard it after 3 years.

Despite their stability, insect repellents may lose potency if stored incorrectly. While traveling with most products is perfectly fine, you shouldn't leave them in your car after arriving at your destination. Keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.