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Does Deep Woods Off Really Work?
Off’s Deep Woods V repellent claims an 8-hour duration against mosquitoes and every other insect you could hope to repel. When put to the test, this repellent doesn’t disappoint; out of the 100+ reviews I read and reviewed, I’d say less than 1% of the reviews claimed the repellent didn’t work.
What bugs does Off Deep Woods repel?
Formulated with 25% DEET—provides up to 8 hours of protection against mosquitoes. OFF! Deep Woods® Insect Repellent V provides long-lasting protection against biting insects such as ticks, mosquitoes, black flies, sand flies, chiggers, and gnats. It also repels fleas and no-see-ums.
Can you spray off deep woods on your skin?
Don’t spray it near your eyes or mouth. Instead, spray it on your hands, then rub it on your face. Don’t let young children apply repellent themselves. Also, repellent should be applied only to exposed skin, not to skin that will be covered by clothing.
Is Deep Woods OFF BAD FOR YOU?
And it’s quite safe. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved DEET for use in people of all ages, including children. Some people experience rashes or irritated skin after using DEET, and it can irritate eyes if you spray it too close.
Is 100 percent DEET safe?
“DEET is very safe when used properly,” Rodriguez says. For everyday needs, you can use 10% or 20% DEET to avoid mosquito bites. “Higher concentrations of DEET such as DEET 100% are only necessary in places with high mosquito density and risk for mosquito-borne illness,” Rodriguez says.
Does Off Deep Woods expire?
DEET-based insect repellents, which are the most common type of repellents sold in the United States, do not have expiration dates because DEET lasts indefinitely, according to DEETOnline.org.
Is Deep Woods Off Good for ticks?
® Deep Woods® Insect Repellent V (Tick) provides long-lasting protection against ticks (including the ticks that may cause Lyme Disease), mosquitoes and biting flies, stable flies, black flies and sandflies. Also repels chiggers, fleas, gnats, no-see-ums so you can enjoy the outdoors uninterrupted.
How long does Off Deep Woods last?
FACT: The level of DEET in repellent only determines how long the protection lasts. For example, OFF! ® FamilyCare Insect Repellent IV contains 7% DEET and repels mosquitoes for up to 2 hours, while OFF! ® Deep Woods® Sportsmen Insect Repellent I contains 98.25% DEET and repels mosquitoes for up to 10 hours.
Can you use off on babies?
The answer is yes. Insect repellents containing DEET have been tested and approved for kids when used as directed. You can use DEET-containing bug repellents on children ages 2 months and older, but there are some guidelines to follow: Apply products containing DEET in an open area with good ventilation.
Is Off or Cutter better?
The best-scoring DEET option was the Cutter Backwoods Insect Repellent, which is a 25% DEET formulation. Cutter’s bug spray scored better than the other DEET picks in our pool, largely due to its relative durability and its consistent scoring in most of our tests.
Can I put Off on my dog?
Can I use Off on my Dog? No, Off bug spray is designed to repel bugs off humans! It contains a harmful ingredient known as DEET which is toxic to dogs. If you’ve used Off Spray on your dog, then you need to contact your veterinarian ASAP.