Does Avon Skin So Soft Repeal Mosquitoes?
Unlike the popular DEET repellents, Avon Skin So Soft contains picardin, a naturally occurring insect repellent. This ingredient is effective against a variety of insect species, but it falls short of the best-of-the-best repellents that contain DEET.
In addition to being a decent mosquito repellent, Avon Skin So Soft is also gentle on the skin and safe for babies and toddlers. It is designed to be used on the body, not clothes, and is available in a number of forms.
Avon Skin So Soft is available in two forms: original bath oil and lotion. The lotion will protect your skin for up to two hours. It is ideal for sensitive skin. But it does not work as well as hand moisturizer or bug spray.
When it comes to insect repellents, the best is one that is applied to the most surface area possible. The best Avon product for this is its Bug Guard, which offers an eight-hour insect protection. It is also PABA free and DEET free.
Another great bug repellent is the DynaTrap DT2000XL Insect Trap. This repellent is based on the principle that mosquitoes need to feed on the oils in their saliva before they can breed. When a large number of mosquitoes are attracted to the bait, the insects are unable to feed on them.
As with any other product, it is important to read the fine print. Avon Skin So Soft does not provide the strongest repellent and will need to be reapplied over the course of the day.