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Sawyer Products SP564 Premium Insect Repellent with 20% Picaridin, Lotion, 4-Ounce
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Brand | Sawyer Products |
Scent | Unscented |
Item Volume | 4 Fluid Ounces |
Material Feature | Fragrance Free |
Item Form | Lotion |
About this item
- Safe for use on the whole family, long-lasting insect and tick repellent lotion deters a wide variety of pests — up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks and up to 8 hours against flies, gnats, and chiggers
- Fragrance-free topical insect repellent with 20% Picaridin — more effective at repelling biting flies than DEET; repels disease-spreading ticks (Lyme, tick-borne encephalitis) and mosquitoes (West Nile, Dengue, and Zika viruses), chiggers, and more
- Very comfortable to wear on your skin, it's ideal for all your outdoor adventures, from camping, backpacking, hunting, and fishing to backyard BBQs, sporting events, days at the park, and more
- Non-greasy; dries quickly and won't damage plastics or synthetic coatings — safe for use on clothing, backpacks, watches, sunglasses, fishing line, firearm finishes, and more
- Top rated bug repellent by WireCutter/New York Times (May, 2020); maximize protection by pairing with Sawyer Permethrin tick and insect repellent spray for clothing and gear
- Causes Substantial but temporary eye injury.
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Price Per Unit | $2.49 / Fl Oz | $1.87 / Fl Oz | $2.50 / Fl Oz | $3.53 / Fl Oz | $2.76 / Fl Oz | $2.33 / Fl Oz |
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Scent | 4.6 | 3.9 | 3.7 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
For traveling | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Longevity | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.4 | — | 3.4 | 4.5 |
Easy to use | — | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 4.6 |
Value for money | — | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Murphy's Naturals | Ranger Ready Repellents | Ranger Ready Repellents | Eleeo Brands |
form | Lotion | Spray | Oil,Spray | Liquid Spray | Liquid Spray | Lotion |
scent | Unscented | Unscented | Lemon | Unscented | Scent Zero, Ranger Orange, Night Sky | Unscented |
volume | 4 fluid ounces | 4 fluid ounces | 236 milliliters | 3.4 fluid ounces | 10.2 fluid ounces | 6 fluid ounces |
ingredients | 1-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, 1-methylpropylester: 20%; Ethanol: 7.74 - 8.22% | Ingredients: Active Ingredient: DEET (98.11%), Other Ingredients: (1.89%). | Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (30%). Distilled Water and Corn Ethanol (70%) | — | — | Picaridin |
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From the manufacturer
With a similar effect to DEET, Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent won’t harm gear and equipment.
Sawyer: More Than Just An Outdoor Company
Since 1984, Sawyer Products has offered one of the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water, and injuries -- everything from first aid kits developed for wilderness to point-of-use water filters that filter contaminated water to levels cleaner than U.S. bottled water.
Long Lasting, Family Safe Protection
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent
Safe to use on the whole family, Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent is highly effective at deterring a wide array of insects and is great for use on both skin and clothing.
The non-greasy Picaridin offers all day protection, has a pleasant low citrus odor, and won’t damage plastics or synthetic coatings
Maximize protection from mosquitoes and ticks by combining Picaridin with Sawyer’s Permethrin insect repellent for clothing and gear.
- Lotion repels mosquitoes up to 14 hours; spray repels mosquitoes up to 12 hours
- Both lotion and spray repel ticks, flies, gnats, chiggers, and fleas up to 8 hours
- More effective at repelling biting flies than DEET
- Effective against Mosquitoes, which can transmit Yellow Fever, West Nile, Dengue, and Zika viruses
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Picaridin as Effective as DEET?
Picaridin is the perfect balance of efficacy, safety, and user-friendliness. It repels a wide variety of pests including mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, sand flies, gnats, chiggers, and midges.
One of the longest lasting repellents available, it provides up to 14 hours of protection against mosquitoes and ticks (using the lotion; up to 12 hours for spray models), and up to 8 hours against a variety of flies, chiggers, and gnats.
Is Picaridin Safe for the Whole Family?
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the active ingredient Icaridin (which is how Picaridin is known around the world) as the product of choice for malaria prophylaxis.*
Icaridin is recommended by the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Canadian Advisory Committee on Tropical Medicine and Travel for travelers six months to 12 years of age.**
Available as Lotion and Spray
- Lotion lasts up to 14 hours
- Comes in 2- and 4-ounce personal lotion bottles and individual lotion packets
- Also available in institutional-sized lotion pump dispensers
- Spray lasts up to 12 hours
- Available as a spray pump in 4-ounce, 3-ounce, and 0.5-ounce sizes, plus 6-ounce continuous spray
Should I Use a Lotion or Spray Repellent?
Lotions last longer than sprays. Sprays have the advantage of being able to be applied to clothing where it remains effective longer than on skin. Since repellents work as a 3 inch barrier, clothing applications can often protect 6 inches away from exposed skin, reducing your usage on skin. For optimal protection Sawyer recommends lotion on the skin and spray on the clothing.
Full Range of Insect Repellents
Check out Sawyer's range of insect repellents — from topical lotions and sprays to apply to your skin to Permethrin spray for applying to clothing and outdoor gear.
* Review of IR3535; KBR3023... by World Health Organization, 2000
** "Statement on Personal Protective Measures to Prevent Arthropod Bites," Canada Communicable Disease Report, November 2012
Picaridin | MAXI DEET | Ultra 30 Liposome / DEET | Premium Family Controlled Release | Permethrin | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Usage | Topical (Skin) | Topical (Skin & Clothing) | Topical (Skin) | Topical (Skin) | Clothing, Tents, and Gear |
Active Ingredient | 20% Picaridin | 98% DEET | 30% DEET | 20% DEET | 0.5% Permethrin |
Application Formats | Pump Spray, Continuous Spray & Lotion | Pump Spray & Continuous Spray | Lotion | Lotion | Trigger Spray & Aerosol Spray |
Mosquito & Tick Protection | Up to 14 hours (lotion); up to 12 hours (spray) | Up to 10 hours | Up to 11 hours | Up to 11 hours | Up to 6 weeks sprayed on clothing (or 6 washings) |
Protection from Other Insects | Biting flies, stable flies, black flies, sand flies, gnats, and chiggers | Chiggers, fleas, and gnats | - | - | Chiggers, mites, and more than 55 other kinds of insects |
Sweat Resistant | - | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Great for Areas of High Bug Density | - | ✓ | - | - | - |
Great for Hunting & Fishing | ✓ | - | ✓ | - | ✓ |
Great for the Whole Family | ✓ | - | - | ✓ | - |
Complete Clothing Protection | Use with Permethrin | Use with Permethrin | Use with Permethrin | Use with Permethrin | ✓ |
Micro Squeeze Water Filter | Dual-Threaded MINI Water Filter | Gravity Water Filtration System | Personal Water Bottle Filter | Tap Filter | Venom Extractor & Suction Pump Kit | |
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Product Description
Safe for the whole family, Sawyer 20% Picaridin Premium Insect Repellent spray and lotion is effective against flies, ticks, and mosquitoes. Consumer Reports reviewed Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent as Sawyer "Fisherman's Formula" Picaridin Insect Repellent in its list of safe and effective insect repellents (February 2016). The long-lasting, fragrance-free Sawyer Picaridin-based insect repellent can be applied to your skin as well as clothing, outdoor gear, and more. It offers effective protection against disease carrying nuisances like mosquitoes and ticks carrying Lyme Disease. It's also effective at repelling biting flies, stable flies, black flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies. The non-greasy spray and lotion have a pleasant low odor that evaporates when dry and won't damage plastics or synthetic coatings. Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent is safe for use on clothing, backpacks, synthetic fabrics, watches, sunglasses, and more. Maximize protection from mosquitoes and ticks by combining Picaridin with Sawyer’s Permethrin insect repellent for clothing, fabric, and gear. Picaridin Spray Sawyer Picaridin topical spray is effective for up to 12 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours of protection against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies. 0. 5-ounce pump spray (airline friendly) 3-ounce pump spray (airline friendly) 4-ounce pump spray 6-ounce continuous spray Picaridin Lotion Sawyer Picaridin topical lotion is effective for up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours of protection against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies. 2-ounce lotion bottle (airline friendly) 4-ounce lotion bottle Lotion pump dispensers in institutional-sized half gallon and 1 quart sizes (great for schools, daycare facilities, and more), with 1 gallon refill size Individual 0. 34-ounce lotion packets (box of 14 or 50) Small enough for carrying in a pocket, purse, or backpack, Picaridin lotion packets are great for everyday use, travel, hiking and camping, daycare, schools, and working in the field. Each individual 0. 34-ounce Picaridin lotion packet provides sufficient coverage for most people. Use two packets for full body coverage or during activities when more skin is exposed. About Sawyer Since 1984, Sawyer Products has offered the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water, and injuries – everything from first aid kits developed for wilderness to point-of-use water filters that filter contaminated water to levels cleaner than U. S. bottled water.
From the Manufacturer
More effective at repelling biting flies than DEET, Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent with 20 Percent Picaridin is also effective against the Yellow Fever Mosquito. Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent was also reviewed by Consumer Reports as the Fisherman's Formula in its list of safe and effective insect repellents (February 2016).
Available as both a spray and lotion, Sawyer's Picaridin-based insect repellent is safe to use on the whole family, and it's great for applying to skin as well clothing, outdoor gear, and more. It offers effective protection against common disease carrying nuisances like mosquitoes and ticks, and Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent is also is effective at repelling biting flies, stable flies, black flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies.
The long-lasting topical spray with 20 percent Picaridin is effective for up to 12 hours against mosquitoes and ticks (14 hours for lotion), and and both provide up to 8 hours of protection against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies. The non-greasy spray and lotion have a pleasant low odor that evaporates when dry, and they won't damage plastics of synthetic coatings.
Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent is safe for use on clothing, backpacks, synthetic fabrics, watches, sunglasses, and more. It's available in a 6-ounce spray bottle, 4-ounce pump spray bottle, airline approved 3-ounce pump spray bottle, easily pocketable 0.5-ounce pen spray tube, and 4-ounce lotion bottle. It's also available as a 1-gallon lotion dispenser. Color of bottle may vary. Since 1984, Sawyer Products has offered one of the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water, and injuries.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 3 x 3 x 5 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.16 ounces |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | Sawyer Products |
ASIN | B00VV5KRD8 |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | SP564 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #992 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #1 in Insect & Pest Repellent Body Moisturizers #122 in First Aid Supplies |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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1-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, 1-methylpropylester: 20%; Ethanol: 7.74 - 8.22%
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Customers like the performance, smell and effectiveness of the outdoor recreation product. For example, they mention it works better than most repellents, it doesn't smell bad and it keeps most bugs away. They appreciate the stickiness, saying it doesn’t leave a greasy feeling on the skin. Customers are also impresseded with the effect on skin, ease of application, and durability.
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Customers like the performance of the repellent. They say it works better than most repellents, and is more effective. Some customers also mention that it works all day long and some say it's magic.
"...DEET works very well, but has an oily feel and a distinct smell that I find unpleasant...." Read more
"This stuff works great, and and is much nicer to use than stinky sprays...." Read more
"...Good product, no bad odors, and it works...." Read more
"...The lotion penetrates your skin making it more effective and long lasting." Read more
Customers like the smell of the outdoor recreation product. They say it doesn't smell bad, and helps especially when it rains. Customers also mention that it works better than DEET, but isn't gross and stinky like DEET.
"...It has almost no smell, and keeps fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes off for many hours...." Read more
"...This product has a very mild pleasant scent to it and it is a cream. More importantly, it does repel mosquitos and bugs...." Read more
"Love this product! It is unscented - a big bonus in my opinion - and the lotion version lasts a good long time...." Read more
"No smell, and easy to apply, but greasy as hell for the entire day...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the effectiveness of the insect repellent. They say it works well at keeping mosquitoes and other bugs away. Some customers also mention that the 20% picaridin seems to be the optimal strength to keep all insect irritants away.
"...It has almost no smell, and keeps fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes off for many hours...." Read more
"...More importantly, it does repel mosquitos and bugs. While wearing this I have RARELY been bitten...." Read more
"...PLEASE USE. It prevented me from ticks and mosquitos...." Read more
"...But I have never gotten a tick on me while using this product. It works for mosquitos, but in my experience it doesn't deter black flies from..." Read more
Customers like the stickiness of the product. They say it's not greasy, oily, or sticky. Some mention that it absorbs into the skin and does not leave a greasy feeling. Overall, most are happy with the stickness of the lotion.
"...This product was not greasy or oily, but a lotion that absorbed into the skin. I felt the fragrance was mild and pleasant...." Read more
"...Lasts longer- Is not as sticky as some of the othersI hope this helps those like me to find something that finally works...." Read more
"...Z-E-R-O!! This product isn't greasy, it does not have a strong fragrance, and you do not need a lot--a little goes a long way...." Read more
"...It's not sticky. Mosquitoes will not land on you but they will try their best to find a spot. You don't need much to make it effective...." Read more
Customers like the mosquitoes. They say it keeps bites to almost nil, keeps them 99% bite free, and has the added benefit of reducing puppy bites. Customers also say it works well keeping the ankle biters away.
"...and the stuff works between outside chores and fishing it kept me 99% bite free. You definitely have to reapply on those hotter days though...." Read more
"No bites after applying this" Read more
"...both Saturday and Sunday, I used this lotion and lo and behold I had ZERO bites! Z-E-R-O!!..." Read more
"...Works well keeping the ankle biters away. It doesn’t have much of a smell." Read more
Customers like the effect of the lotion on their skin. They mention that it doesn't irritate their skin, is great for sensitive skin, and is much better than deep woods off. The lotion has almost zero smell and feels nice on their body. It also works best for skin and the spray is good for clothes if needed. The product penetrates the skin making it more effective and long-lasting. Customers also say that it does not aggravate their eczema.
"...The lotion penetrates your skin making it more effective and long lasting." Read more
"...repellent that doesn’t need to be reapplied throughout the day, has a tolerable/mild scent, and isn’t going to dissolve me." Read more
"...I have sensitive skin but this lotion doesn’t irritate my skin, easily applied, light weight and has very light pleasant scent, the most importantly..." Read more
"Shame it's such a small bottle. Feels great and works great. Just remember to always wash your hands after." Read more
Customers find the product easy to apply. They mention it's a lotion that goes on easy, smooth, and doesn't get in their mouth or eyes. They also say it can be applied extremely sparingly and still be very effective.
"No smell, and easy to apply, but greasy as hell for the entire day...." Read more
"...I have sensitive skin but this lotion doesn’t irritate my skin, easily applied, light weight and has very light pleasant scent, the most importantly..." Read more
"...we had showing, we made sure to cover with lotion, and it is really easy to apply...." Read more
"...This applies easily, is not sticky and works well" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the durability of the product. They mention that it lasted all day long and they didn't have to reapply.
"...The lotion penetrates your skin making it more effective and long lasting." Read more
"...It is unscented - a big bonus in my opinion - and the lotion version lasts a good long time...." Read more
"...It lasts for about half the day before we need to reapply. Make sure to wash your hands before eating!..." Read more
"...Doesn't smell as strong as Lemon Eucalyptus- Lasts longer- Is not as sticky as some of the others..." Read more
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I just came back from a three day / two night trip kayak camping along the Shenandoah River in Virginia. The first day we were planning on staying in the national forest along the river bank. This summer has been really wet which has kicked the mosquito production into high gear. We pull up to the first planned camping location to recon the site. About 10 seconds after pulling the boats up to the bank, we were attacked by mosquitos. I mean they were dive bombing us from every direction, and within a minute I had already been bitten about six times. We retreated back to the boats figuring the area was bad, and we moved onto plan B. What a terrible mistake that was.
We pulled up to the second site praying that the mosquito population was smaller. Boy were we wrong. The second we docked we were swarmed with mosquitos. I mean hundreds of hungry mosquitos had zeroed in on dinner (we were probably the only humans within a couple miles of this site). It got so bad my camping buddy began inhaling mosquitos through his mouth and nose!!! Imagine the scene in the movie 300 where they "blocked out the sun with arrows". This was that scene but with mosquitos. You couldn't breath without risking ingesting some zika-carrying insect. After about three minutes on shore and another dozen bites (these suckers were biting us through out shirts!!!) we jumped back onto our kayaks. Now we are really in a bad spot because 1. We hadn't planned on a third site 2. It was getting near the end of the day, and 3. There were two class II rapids sections and 14 miles of river between us and our second night camping location.
Even with all of the death inducing challenges on the river, we were on the verge of staying on the kayaks to avoid the mosquito zombie hoards on land. We decided to give it another shot, but before we pulled up on land again, we somehow dug into the bottom of one of my bags to find the Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion. The instructions say to put a thin layer on, but we were going to war and there was no way I was getting back on land without a healthy lathering of this lotion. Once applied, we decided to give one last section of the national forest a shot. My friend pulled up in a rather fast section of the river to the only visible camping site on land. Once we docked we were once again swarmed with mosquitos, but this time we had the upper hand. The best way to how well this lotion worked is to use a scene from the movie Independence Day. Picture the scene where Will Smith and his fellow pilots were attacking the alien ship for the first time. They approached the ship and shot off a volley of missiles (Knight 1, Fox 3!) only to have them explode once they hit the alien ship's force field. The missiles were the mosquitos, we were the alien ship and the force field was the Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion (except the mosquitos didn't explode). The mosquitos would zero in on us and come flying in for free chicken only to bounce off of our skin that was lathered up with the lotion. I kid you not, there were dozens of mosquitos flying at me trying to suck my blood only to immediately fly away once they landed on my lotion lathered skin. IT WAS INCREDIBLE. I have never experienced anything like this before. It was so amazing, I stopped everything I was doing so I could watch mosquitos try to land on my skin and then run away for dear life. We were finally able to land our kayaks and set up camp for the night. This stuff literally saved our lives since we didn't have to chance Class II rapids in the middle of the night. If I could give this stuff 100 stars I would.
We still got a few bites on areas where our clothes rested directly against our skin (shoulders, hips, etc). Next time we go out on a trip like this, I am going to douse everything I am wearing in Sawyer's Permathin spray, and douse my skin in the Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion for 100% protection.
The Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent lotion stayed in an easily accessible location for the rest of the trip. We didn't experience anything as bad as the first night but it still helped fight off mosquitos for the rest of the trip. Thank you Sawyer for making an incredible product that works!
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In comparison this stuff works great. Has a very mild smell, is non oily and gets easy coverage. I'm not gonna lie though, there are a fair amount of safety warnings on the bottle so I do wonder how often we should use any of these repellents.
But, if like me you are a paradise for bug biters, this is the stuff to get. I was out on a rainy muggy day in the woods and was not bit once nore any time after while wearing it.
Wish I was still in Vietnam...