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2. The 15 Best Mosquito Repellents to Keep Those Pesky Bugs Away

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   This fogger works on a wide range of pests—gnats, flies, horse flies and more—but it’s not pet-friendly, so make sure it doesn’t come in contact with any house animals. Buy it $8 4.

3. Pyrethrin - Wikipedia

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   The pyrethrins are a class of organic compounds normally derived from Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium that have potent insecticidal activity by targeting the nervous systems of insects. Pyrethrin naturally occurs in chrysanthemum flowers and is often considered an organic insecticide when it is not combined with piperonyl butoxide or other ...

4. Fogging (insect control) - Wikipedia

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   Fogging is a technique used for killing insects that involves using a fine pesticide spray which is directed by a blower. In some cases, a hot vapour may be used to carry the spray and keep it airborne for longer. Fast-acting pesticides like pyrethroids are typically used. This is widely used for sampling or studying insects in the canopy of ...

5. We Tried 4 Bug Sprays and This Is the Best - AOL

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   So this season, get prepared by buying a bug spray that works. We tried a variety of insect repellents, listed here in order of price from lowest to highest, to choose the best overall ...

6. DIY Organic Pesticides to Make at Home - AOL

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   Soap Spray. A mixture of mild liquid (or dish) soap mixed with water creates a simple yet powerful organic pest control that works by suffocating soft-bodied pests like aphids, whiteflies, and mites.

7. Insect repellent - Wikipedia

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   Synthetic repellents tend to be more effective and/or longer lasting than "natural" repellents. [1] [2]For protection against ticks and mosquito bites, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends DEET, icaridin (picaridin, KBR 3023), oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), para-menthane-diol (PMD), IR3535 and 2-undecanone with the caveat that higher percentages of the active ingredient ...