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What is the best mosquito repellent for tropical islands?

DEET mosquito repellent is the most effective to repel mosquitoes - and a range of other biting insects. DEET has been around since the 1940s and has been extensively studied, used, and trusted to be the best insect repellent.



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Use insect repellent
  1. DEET.
  2. Picaridin (known as KBR 3023 and icaridin outside the US)
  3. IR3535.
  4. Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE)
  5. Para-menthane-diol (PMD)
  6. 2-undecanone.


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Montserrat, a tiny island in the Caribbean British West Indies, is one of the few places in the world where mosquitoes are practically non-existent. The island features safe drinking water, low crime rates, and a welcoming population.

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If you're planning a Caribbean vacation, you may be wondering which islands have no mosquitoes. The answer may surprise you: there is actually one Caribbean island that doesn't have any mosquitoes—the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The BVI is an archipelago of over 50 islands located in the Caribbean Sea.

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The answer may surprise you: there is actually one Caribbean island that doesn't have any mosquitoes—the British Virgin Islands (BVI).

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Mosquitoes Enjoy Hanging Out at the Beach Plus, you get that breeze off the ocean, which some people believe keeps mosquito activity at bay. It does not. You can get mosquito bites at the beach, too. That's because mosquitoes tend to gather wherever there's water.

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Fragrances, such as perfume, cologne, and scented lotions are a known attractant of mosquitoes. Floral scents are the biggest attraction for mosquitoes. It turns out those lady mosquitoes love a flowery fragrance. So when you're addressing the issue of body odor, be sure to avoid washing with fragranced body wash.

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