Picaridin/Icaridin Repellents

Somewhere between the third mosquito bite of the evening and the fourth attempt to read a tick off your ankle in bad light, most Canadians ask the same question: DEET vs Picaridin insect repellent — does it actually matter which one you grab off the shelf? It’s a fair question, because the two ingredients dominate … Read more

picaridin bug spray is a synthetic, non-greasy insect repellent — known in Canada by its official name, icaridin — that Health Canada registers at concentrations up to 20% for protection against mosquitoes, ticks, and biting flies. It’s become the DEET alternative that outdoor-loving Canadians reach for when they want protection without the sticky feel or … Read more