The Truth About\u00a0Mosquito Deterrents<\/strong><\/h2>\nHere’s a quick look at some common mosquito deterrents and whether or not you should use them in the fight against these pests:<\/p>\n
What Works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Mosquito Traps –\u00a0<\/strong>Mosquito traps come in many forms. Generally, they operate by using mosquito bait and the release of carbon dioxide to draw these insects in and eliminate them. These devices can help you reduce mosquito populations, but they can also be expensive.<\/li>\n
- DEET –\u00a0<\/strong>You’re probably familiar with DEET, as it’s an ingredient in many popular mosquito repellent sprays and lotions. DEET is effective when it comes to preventing these pests from biting you.<\/li>\n
- Picaridin –\u00a0<\/strong>Picaridin hasn’t been available for use in the United States for as long as DEET, so it isn’t as well known. Still, it’s also effective at keeping mosquitoes off of you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What to Avoid<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Wristbands –\u00a0<\/strong>Even if they contain some sort of repellent, wristbands only protect your wrist. For better protection, choose a repellent spray or lotion for better coverage.<\/li>\n
- Sonic Devices –\u00a0<\/strong>Several devices on the market claim to emit the sound of dragonflies, keeping mosquitoes at bay. However, since there’s no evidence that the presence of dragonflies deters mosquitoes, these devices should be avoided.<\/li>\n
- Citronella Candles –\u00a0<\/strong>On its own, citronella can effectively deter pests. However, this ingredient is no more effective than a regular candle when in candle form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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