Last summer, at the height of mosquito season, insect repellent sales were up by 648 percent. In August, an Amazon search using the keywords "mosquito repellent" turned up more than 13,000 products.

Summer is for barbecues, fishing trips, and the distinct high-pitched hum of a mosquito zeroing in on your ear. The latter can ruin your summer fun with constant swatting and eventual itching.

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Zevo On Body Mosquito and Tick Repellent Pump Spray insect repellent to find out if it's worth it.

The reliable DEET formula of OFF! FamilyCare Insect & Mosquito Repellent Spritz and easy-to-control spritz bottle make it a shoo-in for the overall best mosquito repellent. It’s non-greasy ...

Grand Tongo Green Tea + Mint Insect Repellent, Coleman IR3535 Skinsmart Insect Repellent, and Sawyer Permethrin Fabric Treatment are among the best mosquito repellents you can buy now.

If you’re hiking into tick and mosquito country, you want to break out the heavy protection and reapply as needed. That’s when I’d recommend bringing Repel 100. It’s a small bottle that uses a pump ...

How To Make This DIY Essential Oil Mosquito Repellent Combine essential oils, apple cider vinegar, and 4 ounces of water in a spray bottle and shake well.

How to Make Mosquito-Repellent Candles: Melt soy wax or beeswax in a double boiler. Add 20-30 drops of essential oils like citronella, lavender, or eucalyptus. Place a wick in a jar or tin and ...

Use the repellent on all exposed skin, including your face, ears, neck, hands, ankles, and feet. Be sure to reapply as often needed since the spray becomes less effective with time.