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Have a question? Want to learn more about our product? We’ve compiled a list of some of the most popular questions, accompanied by thorough answers. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.
What Type of BiteRepel Product is Right for Me?
There are 3 types of BiteRepel versions available:
1. BiteRepel Outdoors - Great Indoor / Outdoor Protection & As a 'Barrier' Around the Property
2. BiteRepel Topical - Perfect for Personal Protection Indoor / Outdoor
3. BiteRepel Pets & Livestock - Outstanding Protection for Animals
Does BiteRepel Work on all Insects
Yes. You can even spray BiteRepel Outdoors on the outside of your house to help with critters from making their way inside your home and or by keeping a bowl filled with BiteRepel in the area(s) most affected.
Works on Spiders, Fleas, Ticks, Fruitflies, Blow flies, House flies, Garbage flies, Gnat flies, Drain flies, False stable flies, Stable flies, Flesh flies, No-see-ums,Fungus gnats and many many more
Does BiteRepel Work on Genetically Modified Mosquitoes (GMM)
Yes it does! In fact, BiteRepel was created specifically for GMM because nothing available on the market worked.
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What is a Genetically Modified Mosquito
OX513A is a genetically engineered mosquito strain developed by Oxitec that is designed to reduce the transmission of vector-borne diseases. OX513A mosquitoes are genetically modified to produce offspring that die before adulthood. The mosquitoes are made dependent on tetracycline, and if they don't have access to it, they die. When male OX513A mosquitoes mate with wild females, over 95% of their offspring express the lethality trait.
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Can I Apply BiteRepel Outdoors to Skin
BiteRepel may be applied to skin with CAUTION. It is recommended to mix BiteRepel with coconut oil and test on a small inconspicuous are first. If irritation occurs after 20 minutes, wash off and do not apply to skin. Do Not apply around eyes, mouth and other sensitive areas. If eye contact occurs, flush eyes with water and consult a physician. Note: People are allergic to various things and so, it is important to ensure the skin testing procedure is completed before applying product to skin. Mixing product with coconut oil before applying to skin is recommended. Remember: BiteRepel is an all-natural product and some may be allergic to the natural oils used (see ingredients).
It is best to use BiteRepel Topical for skin.
BiteRepel Topical is available as a spray applcation for human skin. This topical oil-based spray is very long lasting and great for Outdoor Adventures, Hunting, Fishing, Swimming, Jogging, Running, etc. Repetitive application is Not required - unlike other top brands on the market that require constant application, the oils in our product is absorbed by the skin and continues to work bringing long lasting protection.
Directions: Simply spray and rub into skin. Perform test on a small inconspicuos area of skin before use. Wait 15 minutes to see if product is causing any irritation before applying to body. If irritation occurs, either stop using product or dilute by adding extra coconut oil then perform test again on another small inconspicuos area before use.
Are there any Chemicals in BiteRepel
No chemicals are used in BiteRepel. This product has been created using natural Essential Oils.
What Essential Oils Are Used
BiteRepel products are created using the very purest types of essential oils, which are globally sourced and utilized for they're purity.
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Fractionated Coconut Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Geranium Oil, Peppermint Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Clove Oil, Lavender Oil and Witch Hazel. Purified Water, Vanilla Extract & Vinegar is also used. These are the products used to create our line of repellents. However, Each of our 3 products utilizes a different combination of these oils from our list. The choice and percentage of these oils are accurately measued to ensure public safety, care for the environment and the safety of pets and livestock.
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Home Made Repellents
These are abundant and many have created their own versions. Some work and some don't. Everything comes down to a science! Creating the perfect repellent takes time and a lot of trials. Our blood type also plays a big factor. Some of the home-made repellents can be toxic to children or pets also, so you have to be extremely careful in creating your own.
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Do NOT try to make this product yourself, as mixing incorrect percentages of oils can be poisonous for pets and may cause severe irritation and burns on adults, children and animals.
Is BiteRepel Safe
BiteRepel is a minimum risk pesticide and conforms to exemption from registration with the EPA under Section 25(b) of FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide Rodenticide Act) and California Code of Regulations Sections 6145-6168 exempt minimum risk pesticide products from registration, provided the product meets certain criteria.
How Do I Use BiteRepel Outdoors
BiteRepel Outdoors comes in a 500ml bottle. This concentrated formula works great as-is, however, should you wish to dilute it, you may do so by adding upto a maximum 1 litre of water to 500ml of product - Thus yielding 1.5 litres of product.
Directions: Pour contents into diffuser and leave product on for 30 min before sitting outside.
For severe mosquito infestation, contents may be poured into a small pot and left outside all day. The sun’s heat will naturally vaporize the product to provide protection. However; heating this product in a pot to speed up the projection, protection & coverage process on an outdoor mini electric plate / hot plate is highly recommended if there are large number of mosquitoes in your area.
Heating up the product provides the best form of coverage and protection.
Does not need to be boiled.
BiteRepel Outdoors - Other Uses
1. Water Fountain | Water Feature: BiteRepel Outdoors (500ml) may be poured into Water Fountain / Feature. This will keep the surrounding area free of Mosquitos and it will also deter them from reproducing there.
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2. You may pour contents into a spray bottle and spray around locations where insects gather or in those areas where they may crawl into the property.
3. Spray BiteRepel Outdoors around the perimeter of your home - especially around garage doors, exit/entry points of the property, windows, small dark locations.
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4. BiteRepel Pets & Livestock is now also available - direct application to collar, back and tail areas. Must be applied once a week to keep pets and or livestock free from fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, flies and other pests! Livestock such as Horses, Cows & Goats are constantly bothered by jumping and flying insects. You can help them find more relief and comfort by applying BiteRepel Pets & Livestock to their skin / coat / hide.
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BiteRepel Outdoors - Best Outdoor Protection for Home & Garden
1. Pour into pot and place on hotplate to heat up product. This is the best method for covering a wide area and also the most potent way to repel mosquitoes. Bring product to simmer and then keep on low to maintain the simmering.
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2. Depending on the size of your yard, the coverage required and if you have any events or social gatherings, you may want to consider adding BiteRepel into two or three pots in a strategic triangular format to create maximum protection. Remember, the wind plays a big factor in how BiteRepel is carried in the air, so we just have to play it smart.
What is the Best Mosquito Repellent that Actually Works?
The goto product used to be Deet, Citronella, Picaridin etc. Times have changed and our thinking should also refect the times.
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Extensive research into various insect and bug repellent products has revealed a glaring truth: traditional "repellents" simply don't cut it against the latest strains of mosquitoes. These outdated solutions have failed to keep pace with mosquito evolution.
The vast majority of available products, even those boasting ingredients like Deet or Citronella, have proven futile against the newer variants of wild and genetically modified mosquitoes emerging since 2022.
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BiteRepel is the future of repellents - it works on a wide range of bugs & insects and is a natural product that is safer than the chemicals we were so used to using!
What is the Strongest Natural Mosquito Repellent?
There are a bunch of effective natural repellents to be found. The internet is filled with thoughts and ideas of what works and what doesn't. With BiteRepel, it's no longer a guessing game! A lot of time and research has gone into what works best - without it causing irritation or harm to sensitive skin.
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BiteRepel has proven itself to be the most effective repellent out there.
How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes in Your Yard - Like a Pro!
BiteRepel Outdoors is a great way to do just that. You can also mix it with equal parts water and spray it in areas of your garden that you think are the source. BiteRepel Outdoors acts as a repellent, so that means that insects want to stay away from it. They just move along and find a new place to call home, because your place is no longer a comfortable environment for breeding.​
What Scares Off Mosquitoes?
Upon application of a repellent (generally speaking), the agents are partially absorbed through the skin and into our bodies, where they are metabolized and excreted. However, a significant portion gradually evaporates. It is not these vapors that deter mosquitoes. Instead, mosquitoes are primarily repelled after direct contact with treated skin. This explains why mosquitoes may still land on you (without biting) even when an effective repellent has been applied.
The duration of the repellent's effectiveness varies greatly among individuals and the base product used by the manufacturer. This variation is primarily due to differences in the composition and amount of certain fatty acids on the skin, which influence an individual's attractiveness to mosquitoes. Additionally, the duration of action depends on the physical properties of the skin. If a product evaporates quickly or is rapidly absorbed, its duration of effectiveness will be shorter. That’s why we manufacture the BiteRepel brand, by using a complete essential oil-based formula, that smells nice and lasts the longest and is the most effective – short and long term!
The Truth - Anti-Mosquito Wristbands, Patches & Similar Products
No, these products are ineffective at repelling mosquitoes. At best, they offer aesthetic appeal. Moreover, the so-called anti-mosquito patches that some parents place on their toddlers' clothing can pose a safety hazard, as they might be ingested by young children.
Important Facts About Deet, Picaridin, IR3535
DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide) is a synthetic compound developed by the U.S. Army in 1946. It has been proven effective at repelling mosquitoes for up to six hours or longer, depending on the concentration applied. While DEET is effective, it may cause skin irritation, and some individuals may find the smell unpleasant. It can also damage certain materials, such as plastics and synthetic fabrics. The greasy feeling it leaves on the skin is another drawback.
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Picaridin, a synthetic chemical developed by Bayer in the 1980s, has gained popularity as an alternative to DEET. It is reported to be just as effective as DEET against mosquitoes but without the greasy feel and potential material damage. Picaridin has been used in Europe and Australia since 1998 and was approved in the U.S. in 2005. Technical grade picaridin has low acute toxicity when ingested orally, applied dermally, or inhaled. It's classified as Toxicity Category IV for acute inhalation toxicity and primary dermal irritation, and Toxicity Category III for acute oral, acute dermal, and primary eye irritation.
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DEET and IR3535 may cause eye irritation, and DEET may cause skin irritation. The CDC advises not to use Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus or PMD on very young children, so avoid it while pregnant. It may cause allergic skin reactions. Wash hands after applying repellent and wash repellent-coated skin at the end of the day
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IR3535 (ethyl 3-[acetyl(butyl)amino]propanoate) is an insect repellent that is generally considered safe and effective for humans. However, it can cause some adverse effects, including: Eye irritation, Skin irritation, Plastic and fabric damage - IR3535 can melt some plastics and damage some fabrics. Overexposure: If IR3535 is used in combination with sunscreen products that need to be reapplied every couple of hours, the user could be overexposed.
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BiteRepel is a safer, more effective repellent and an all-natural alternative to the chemicals listed above. BiteRepel Topical is long lasting with a pleasant smell, that does not require constant reapplication.