Insect Repellent Reviews

If there's one major advantage winter's freeze has over the summer months, it's the absence of biting insects.  Beyond the simple annoyance factor, the risk of contracting an insect-borne disease like Lyme or West Nile working our way through the pest control aisle in search of the best product to banish bugs.

Common bug repellents include sprays, candles, smokers, and electronic zappers.  Those with chemical sensitivities are finding more natural and alternative products now coming to market.

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OFF! Deep Woods

My boyfriend is huge into the outdoors - and he drags me out with him every chance he gets.. This is the best bug spray for our adventures! It smells horrible, but man does it ever work! Definitely the best one out there.


6 reviews

Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard

I love this product! It smells great, which is the main reason I choose to purchase it. Not only does it smell good, but it works! This is the perfect bug repellent to use for picnics, family events, etc..


4 reviews

eco.kid Outback Jack Aussie Outdoor Spray

I found this at my local health food store also. I was looking for something for the kids for mosquito season. this product does not have the harmful chemicals or fragrances. It works awesome and if you have little ones I highly recommend it if you are looking for a DEET,PABA...


1 review

Natrapel 8-hour insect repellent

I like that it works without deet and has a citrus smell, not the stinky deet smell.


2 reviews

Insect Defend Patch

I bought these close to the end of the summer at Canadian Tire, because I thought they were a cool idea (and because they were on sale)! I honestly didn't find that they worked very well, for me. I applied the patch as the instructions directed, but I still got eaten alive. A...


2 reviews

OFF!Clip On Insect Repellent

Those pesky mosquitoes have arrived and I when I go out to garden or just want to relax in the shade I end up coming back in with huge welts all over me.Mosquitoes love me(its nice to be loved but really?!)I picked this up at the store the other day as the commercial has been...


1 review

OFF! Family Care Insect Repellent

This is my camping insect repellent must have!! I love the smell and its dries very quickly. I take this with me everywhere - I always have one in the car, in my purse etc. Out of all the insect repellents that I have tried, this product is by far the best!! It works!!!!!


2 reviews

Lice shield shampoo

Every year we dread the notes that come home from school advising hat a child in the same class as your child has come down with head lice. I have 2 boys in public school and 2 younger boys at home...the last thing I wanted to do was de-lice my house and kids. I found this...


1 review

Amway D-15 Insect Repellent Spray

You can apply D15 on clothing or skin with dependable protection. It has fresh, pleasant scent and won't leave your skin feeling greasy. It last for hours and prefect for picnics, barbecues, the gulf course, yard work, the beach or other outdoor activities. Does not contain...


2 reviews

Raid Outdoor Ant Nest Destroyer

Well it's that time of year agin when the Ants start invading the house and this year they seem worst than ever. I woke up the other day to a couple in my bed and saw more on my bed room floor. Yeah I know they don't really bite but they are a pain. Off to the store I go to find...


1 review

Muskol Aerosol Insect Repellent

This works really well at repelling mosquitoes and lasts a long time. It contains DEET, which I have a love/hate relationship with. But when I go camping this is my go to spray!


2 reviews

The Stinger Bug Zapper

The Stinger is a electronic pest repeller. There is a combo kit that contains a indoor and outdoor one. Both are great, but the Outdoor one works the best! It has a UV blacklight that attracts insects and lures them in and zaps them. It works well as it kills insects from...


1 review

OFF! Yard & Deck Spray

If you are planning to have a back yard party, BBQ, going on a camping trip, or you just want to lie around your back yard in the evening, then Off Yard and Deck Spray is what you need to keep those little bighting buggers away. We had a Buck & Doe party at a friend's house a...


1 review

OFF! Active Insect Repellent

I love this product because it lasts for 5 hours, is non greasy and doesn't stain. It can be applied to your face and body which is great too. I have sensitive skin and I haven't had any adverse reactions to this product.


1 review

Cer'8 Mosquito Patch

The Mosquito patch is amazing it is a little sticker that you pop on to your skin, shirt, stroller etc - it is safe for all ages and the best part is it contains no DEET and because it is a little sticker that there is no messy residue and no yucky feeling. While at the...


1 review

Di Erbe Don't Bug Me

it was recommended to me by another friend. i try to be as chemical-free as possible, but when it comes to kids and bugs, it's a hard toss-up! Don't Bug Me is made by Dierbe, a local, Canadian company making vegan and organic soaps and skin care products. it smells...


1 review

ThermaCELL Portable Mosquito Repellent Appliance

It is easy to use and doesn't seem to give off harsh toxic fumes. Simply assemble, start and put under your patio table or chair and it should keep the mosquitoes away. It can't be windy though as the product will simply be blown away. I have it first hand that this product...


1 review

PC Kids Insect Repellent

It's perfect for the little kiddies. It's not greasy or sticky


1 review

Homemade Homeopathic Spray

I love this to use on my kids. I buy the ingredients from my Homeopathic doctor and make it at home. It is natural and contains no DEET and it works great. The nice thing because it is natural, if the kids want to lie on the couch or bed I don't cringe knowing I will have...


1 review

After Bite

After Bite advertises to stops the itching and swelling from insect bites and stings. After Bite works to neutralize the bite area so that itching is reduced and the bite area heals more quickly. I have tried using after bite on misquito bites and all I seems to do is leave a...


1 review