To make this homemade bug repellent, combine a cup of vegetable oil with a tablespoon of dish soap. This mixture acts as a shelf-stable concentrate that you can keep indefinitely.

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Insect repellent essential oils include clove oil and citronella (also called rose geranium), which are the most effective against mosquitoes, as well as lemongrass, eucalyptus, castor oil ...

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Q&A: All of your bug spray questions answered Are the chemicals safe? Can I apply it to my face? Can I apply it to a wound?

If you’re spending time outdoors, especially during peak tick season, it’s essential to use the best tick repellent products. “There is nothing good that happens when a tick attaches to the ...

After several rounds of human testing, Consumer Reports is sharing the best insect repellents for summer.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says cases of insect-borne diseases are going up, so Consumers Reports put 41 products to the test.

To find the best bug sprays, Consumer Reports put repellents to the ultimate test–having real people stick their arms into cages full of hungry mosquitoes. After testing lotions, sprays, and ...

Shop the best bug-repellent clothing from top retailers like Amazon, REI, and Backcountry—then learn how to protect any gear from insects, arachnids, and more.