Sawyer Insect Repellent, 9 oz Aerosol Spray

Sawyer Permethrin is a highly effective insect and tick repellent designed for use on clothing, tents, sleeping bags and other outdoor gear. It repels or kills disease-spreading ticks (such as those carrying Lyme disease), mosquitoes (transmitting West Nile and Zika viruses) and over 55 other types of insects. Perfect for camping, backpacking, hunting, travel and outdoor activities like backyard BBQs or picnics, Permethrin provides an odorless layer of protection for your gear, including shirts, jackets, pants, socks, shoes, sleeping bags, tents and netting. A University of Rhode Island study (2011) found that people wearing Permethrin-treated shoes and socks were 73.6 times less likely to experience tick bites compared to those with untreated footwear. Using it on your outdoor gear not only prevents ticks from attaching but also helps reduce mosquito populations around your camp. Sawyer Permethrin bonds to fabric fibers, offering up to 6 weeks (42 days) of protection or up to 6 washings. It is specially formulated to be safe for your clothing, fabrics and equipment without causing staining or damage and it is as effective as 100% DEET once dry. To apply, spray directly onto clothing and gear using a slow sweeping motion, keeping the bottle 6 to 8 inches away. Treat each side of the garment for about 30 sec. The EPA recommends using 4.5 oz of Permethrin to spray each outfit (shirt, pants and socks). For optimal protection, pair with Sawyer Picaridin topical repellent for your skin.