Sentences with phrase «deet against ticks»
Oil of lemon eucalyptus at 20 to 40 % concentration is virtually as effective as DEET against ticks and mosquitoes, though it's not as long - lasting.
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Studies show that it performs as well as DEET; EPA data notes that Picaridin at a concentration of 20 percent is effective against mosquitoes and ticks for 8 to 14 hours.
Used as directed, DEET is considered safe by many public health agencies, and it is super effective against mosquitoes and ticks — but science - backed consumer watchdog Environmental Working Group (EWG), and others, are not so convinced about its safety.