Independent Research
on Insect Repellents

Evidence-based information on repellent ingredients, safety, effectiveness, and official guidelines.

Citing authoritative sources: EPA, CDC, WHO, NPIC and peer-reviewed studies.

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Is PMD Safe?

Review of toxicology, human data, EPA assessment and more.

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PMD vs DEET

Compare effectiveness, safety, and recommended uses.

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Repellents During Pregnancy

What do CDC, EPA and experts recommend?

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Repellents for Children

Age recommendations, safety and best practices.

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Ingredients

Explore individual repellent ingredients and their science.

  • PMD
  • DEET
  • Picaridin
  • IR3535
  • Citronella
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Safety

Safety information for special populations and exposure routes.

  • Pregnancy
  • Children
  • Skin Safety
  • Toxicology
  • Allergic Reactions
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Comparisons

Side-by-side comparisons to help you understand the differences.

  • PMD vs DEET
  • PMD vs Picaridin
  • DEET vs Picaridin
  • All Repellents Compared
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Research Library

Official documents, guidelines, and peer-reviewed studies.

  • EPA Documents
  • CDC Guidelines
  • NPIC Resources
  • WHO Resources
  • Peer-reviewed Studies
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Knowledge Center

Learn about mosquitoes, diseases, and prevention.

  • Mosquitoes 101
  • Ticks 101
  • Dengue Fever
  • Malaria
  • Zika Virus
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