The Truth About\u00a0Mosquito Deterrents<\/strong><\/h2>\nHere’s a closer look at just a few of the most common mosquito-fighting tools\u00a0and if they do or don’t help in the fight against pests:<\/p>\n
What Works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Mosquito Traps –\u00a0<\/strong>Mosquito traps come in many forms, but they generally work by attracting mosquitoes with bait and carbon dioxide, then trapping them. These products can be helpful when it comes to reducing the number of mosquitoes on your property, but they can also be expensive.<\/li>\n
- DEET –\u00a0<\/strong>You’ve probably seen mosquito sprays and lotions that have DEET listed as the main ingredient. DEET’s pest-repelling ingredients are among the most effective available, and with regular application,\u00a0can be effective at keeping mosquitoes off your skin and clothing.<\/li>\n
- Picaridin –\u00a0<\/strong>Picaridin is similar to DEET in its applications and its effectiveness, but it isn’t as popular due to not being available for use in the United States until recently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What to Avoid<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Wristbands –\u00a0<\/strong>Even if wristbands are able to provide protection, they only protect your wrist, leaving the rest of you vulnerable.<\/li>\n
- Sonic Devices –\u00a0<\/strong>Some products claim to deter mosquitoes by emitting dragonfly sounds. The problem with these devices, however, is that there’s no proof of dragonfly noises keeping mosquitoes at bay.<\/li>\n
- Citronella Candles –\u00a0<\/strong>While Citronella has pest repellent properties in certain forms, its candle form is no more effective than a regular\u00a0household candle at keeping mosquitoes away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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