Ben's
Ben's 30 Insect Repellent Wipes
Pest Control Product Insect repellent - repels mosquitoes, ticks and other biting insects
$12.99
· 12 individually wrapped wipesWhy pharmacists picked this
It's easy to travel with, and the wipes give you more control over where it goes than a spray. DEET is both the most effective repellent and is well studied in pregnancy. But it's not a family product - 30% DEET is not for children under 12.
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Pros
- Most studied insect repellent in pregnancy with reassuring safety data
- No harmful effects seen in mothers or infants after decades of research
- Easy to pack and travel with
- Proven to protect against bugs that spread serious diseases (Zika, West Nile, Lyme disease)
Cons
- Protection lasts 7 to 8 hours, shorter than an icaridin repellent
- May irritate sensitive skin
- Strong chemical smell that many people dislike in pregnancy
- Can damage plastics and synthetic fabrics, so keep it off glasses and technical clothing
DEET works by: Blocking bugs from smelling human sweat and breath, making bugs confused so they can't find you, creating a bitter taste that keeps insects away, interfering with how bugs locate and bite people
