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Bug Repellents That Work by Rosie Guerin, Christine Cyr Clisset, Caira Blackwell, Doug Mahoney

Bug Repellents That Work

from The Wirecutter Show

by Rosie Guerin, Christine Cyr Clisset, Caira Blackwell, Doug Mahoney

Published: Wed May 28 2025

Show Notes

Mosquito and tick bites aren’t just annoying–they spread dangerous diseases. In this episode, senior staff writer Doug Mahoney shares proven prevention tips and breaks down the differences between various effective repellents.

He also explains why you should avoid certain “natural” repellents, like essential oils and citronella candles, and why bug zappers are bad for the environment.

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