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Jason "Quit Bugging Me" Natural, DEET-Free Insect Repellent Spray

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The Bottom Line
Jason "Quit Bugging Me" Natural Insect Repellent Spray is an effective way to keep biting bugs away from your baby or toddler (or you) without resorting to harsh chemicals like DEET. Though the smell is a bit strong, it's not any worse than other bug sprays, plus it doesn't have a chemical smell. If you want to you're looking for a bug spray that works with an ingredients list you can pronounce, this is one to try.
Pros
  • Natural ingredients.
  • DEET-free, PABA-free, paraben-free.
  • Sprays out in a fine, non-greasy mist that dries quickly.
  • Doesn't smell like chemicals.
Cons
  • Smell may be too strong for some.
  • As with any plant oils, some people may end up with skin reactions.
  • Must be re-applied every 2-3 hours for best results.
Description
  • Natural, DEET-free bug spray.
  • Safe for babies 6 months and older.
  • Repels many flying insects - mosquitoes, horseflies, gnats, biting flies.
  • Approx. $10 for 4.5 oz.
Guide Review - Jason "Quit Bugging Me" Natural, DEET-Free Insect Repellent Spray
Summer in my part of the world is generally a very itchy season, thanks to the plentiful mosquito population. Hence, I was excited to try out Jason "Quit Bugging Me" Natural Insect Repellent Spray in hopes that it would send some of the mosquitoes to do their bidding elsewhere. This natural, DEET-free bug spray has two active ingredients - soybean oil and geranium oil. Coconut oil appears just after water in the inert ingredients list, so I was prepared for a fairly greasy formula when I sprayed it on for the first time.

The sprayer on the Quit Bugging Me bottle is really nice. It delivers a fine mist that feels like aerosol, and dries quickly. It's easy to just mist a little of the bug spray onto exposed skin without any gloppy extra drops going everywhere. If you sprayed a lot on, it might feel oily, but the mist is light enough that it doesn't if you use it sparingly. No rubbing is required.

The scent is a little strong, but not at all chemical. It's a little bit citrus, a little bit soap, and maybe a little botanical. A strange mix, certainly, but not entirely unpleasant, and it's far better than most other bug sprays.

Most importantly, Jason "Quit Bugging Me" natural bug spray does seem to work. No one that I sprayed with this bug spray seemed to have trouble with bites, which would normally be a problem this time of year. The company says you should re-apply the spray every 2-3 hours to maintain effectiveness.

Note: Even though the active ingredients are all natural, remember that plant oils can still cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. You may want to spray a small test area first and wait a bit to check for reactions before spraying all exposed skin, particularly if your there's a family history of sensitivities.

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