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9 Beauty Products That Are Amazing Insect Repellents

Let’s be real—no one enjoys layering his or her signature fragrance with bug spray. However, with the Zika virus' emergence as an international health crisis, now’s the time to be proactive about protection. It turns out you don’t need to invest in a smelly bottle of OFF! to feel at ease. Check out nine of our favorite beauty products that will keep your summer skin bite-free. 
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 27, 2020
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Meow Meow Tween Herbal Insect Repellent

This natural brand’s insect repellent is made with plant-based essential oils (lemongrass, cedar, fir needle) and toners (witch hazel, apple cider vinegar) that make for a sweet-smelling, but effective combination. MMT also makes a lavender lemongrass body oil that can be used for repelling purposes. $18, meowmeowtweet.com.

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Osana Mosquito Repellant Soap

Store these soap bars for your next camping trip. Its ingredients directly combat mosquito-born illnesses and when you purchase a pack, the company will donate one bar to an organization fighting widespread illnesses like malaria. $20, osanabar.com.

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Coqui Coqui Colonia Repelente

You’ll trick everyone into thinking this elegantly packaged mosquito repellent is an expensive perfume. $16, coquicoqui.com.

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Repel Lemon Eucalyptus Natural Insect Repellent

Plant-based lemon eucalyptus repels mosquitoes for up to six hours, so be sure to reapply this one throughout the day. Although it’s suitable for year-round use, the cool scent is especially appealing for summer. $5.15, amazon.com.

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05
Smart Armor Perfume Spray

Cedarwood, rosemary and lemongrass are infused into this USDA-certified organic perfume that just so happens to be armor against insects. The brand also utilizes these same ingredients for a serum that can be used with the spray. $31, intelligentnutrients.com.

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Incognito Hair & Body Wash

This insect repelling cream will also protect you from itchy bug bites, thanks to a simple blend of citronella and tea tree oil. $13, amazon.com.

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Mrs. White’s Unstung Hero Anti-Mosquito Eau de Cologne

This lemon tea fragrance is unisex and safe to spray on your bed or clothes without staining. Spritz every four hours to ensure you’re protected throughout the day. $38, shen-beauty.com.

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Hiba Wood Atmosphere Mist

The star ingredient of this mist—hiba essential oil—is found exclusively in the 300-year old Aomori Hibi trees of Japan. Besides the citrusy fragrance, this unique ingredient is also renowned for it anti-microbial and insect repelling properties. $38, luckyscent.com.

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Aromaflage Botanical Fragrance & Insect Repellent

If you’re headed to a place plaqued with mosquito-born illness, this pricier spray is TSA friendly and strong enough to keep bugs at bay. $65, aromaflage.com.

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