The Truth About\u00a0Mosquito Deterrents<\/strong><\/h2>\nHere’s a closer look at some common mosquito solutions and whether or not they can help you in the fight against these pests:<\/p>\n
What Works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- There’s a wide variety of mosquito traps<\/strong> out there, but they generally use bait and carbon dioxide to attract and trap mosquitoes. These devices can be helpful in reducing resident mosquito numbers, but they can also be expensive.<\/li>\n
- You’ve likely used a DEET<\/strong> spray once or twice, as it’s one of the most common ingredients in mosquito repellents. DEET is effective at keeping mosquitoes off your skin and clothing, but it can require frequent applications to remain effective.<\/li>\n
- Picaridin<\/strong>\u00a0provides a similar level of protection to DEET, it just isn’t as prevalent because it hasn’t been available for use in the United States until recently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What to Avoid<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Pest wristbands<\/strong>, regardless of the protection they offer, only protect your wrist. For better protection, choose a product that offers better coverage.<\/li>\n
- Sonic Devices<\/strong>\u00a0claim to fight mosquitoes using the sounds of a dragonfly. However, there’s no evidence that dragonfly noises actually deter mosquitoes, so these products should be avoided.<\/li>\n
- Citronella<\/strong>\u00a0does have some pest-repelling qualities, but its candle form is no more effective at keeping pests at bay than a regular household candle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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