Long-lasting topical insect repellent lotion with 20 percent Picaridin -- more effective at repelling biting flies than DEETnEffective up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks; up to 8 hours against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand fliesnSafe to use on the whole family; wonu0026#39;t harm clothing, backpacks, fishing line, firearm finishes, watches, sunglasses, or other synthetic fabricsnVirtually odorless; mild citrus scent evaporates when drynConsumer Reportsu0026#39; top rated pick for insect repellent (May, 2015)nSawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion is the new standard for topical insect repellent. Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent has a similar effect to DEET, yet it won't harm gear and equipment. Picaridin repels mosquitoes and ticks like DEET but it also repels biting flies, stable flies, black flies, gnat, chiggers, and sand flies. At 20% active ingredient Picaridin, this long lasting topical insect repellent is effective up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and sand flies. 4 ounce bottle of lotion.