Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray, 4 fl oz 2-Pack, 20% Formula

Sawyer 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray is a topical repellent designed to deter mosquitoes, ticks and other biting pests during outdoor activities.

• Provides up to 12 hours of protection from mosquitoes and ticks — useful for extended time outdoors.
• Repels biting flies, gnats, chiggers and sand flies for up to 8 hours — covers a range of common biting pests.
• Two 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottles — a two-bottle supply for outdoor use.
• Fragrance-free, odorless and non-greasy; dries quickly — comfortable to wear on skin.
• More effective against biting flies than DEET — a picaridin-based alternative to DEET.
• Won’t damage plastics or synthetic coatings — suitable for use around many outdoor items.

For camping, backpacking, fishing, hunting and everyday time outside, insect repellent needs to cover more than mosquitoes alone. Sawyer’s topical picaridin spray is made for outdoor activities ranging from backyard gatherings and sporting events to days at the park, with protection against several kinds of biting insects as well as ticks.

Which pests does Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray repel?

Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray repels mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, stable flies, black flies, gnats, chiggers and sand flies. The 20% picaridin formula offers protection for up to 12 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours against biting flies, gnats, chiggers and sand flies.

Ticks can carry Lyme disease and tick-borne encephalitis; mosquitoes can carry West Nile, Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya viruses. This product repels these insects and ticks; it is not a claim that the spray prevents disease.

• Formulated to repel both insects and ticks.
• Offers an alternative to DEET for outdoor pest protection.

Can I use the spray around clothing and outdoor gear?

Yes. Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray can be used on skin and on clothing, backpacks, watches, sunglasses, fishing line and firearm finishes. It won’t damage plastics or synthetic coatings, making it useful alongside gear during outdoor activities.

The spray is non-greasy, fragrance-free and odorless, and it dries quickly on skin. For added protection for clothing and gear, Sawyer identifies its Permethrin tick and insect repellent spray as a companion product.

• Suitable for use around plastics and synthetic coatings.
• Made for outdoor pursuits including fishing, hunting and backpacking.

What comes in the Sawyer Picaridin spray pack?

The pack contains two 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottles of Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray. Packaging may vary, while the listed pack quantity and bottle size remain the defining contents.

The two-bottle format gives you spray for more than one outing or for keeping with different outdoor gear. Each bottle contains the same 20% picaridin topical spray.

• Two spray bottles in the pack.
• Each bottle holds 4 fl oz (118 mL).

Who is Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray suited to?

Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray is intended for family outdoor use and suits activities such as camping, backyard barbecues, sporting events and visits to the park. The Canadian Advisory Committee on Tropical Medicine and Travel considers picaridin repellent its first choice for travelers ages 6 months to 12 years.

A May 2020 Wirecutter/New York Times review rated the repellent among its top bug repellents. Its biting-fly performance compared with DEET is another distinction for shoppers choosing a topical repellent for varied outdoor settings.

• Designed for use during both travel and local outdoor activities.
• Made for skin application, with a formula that dries quickly.

This two-bottle spray suits families and outdoor enthusiasts looking for picaridin-based coverage against mosquitoes, ticks and other biting pests. Its 20% picaridin formula, multiple protection durations and compatibility with plastics and synthetic coatings make it a practical fit for skin and gear during outdoor activities.

Ingredients

Picaridin, 1-Methylpropyl-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperidine carboxy: 20%; Ethanol: 27 - 33%