DEET discussion from been busy diving thread

[-JD-]

In case it was missed for "things to take": GOOD insect repellent.

100% DEET seemed to put a dent in their attack.

 

[Marie13]

In case it was missed for "things to take": GOOD insect repellent.

100% DEET seemed to put a dent in their attack.

Good bug repellent wipes were recommended to me by a friend who is down there at least once a year.

 

[-JD-]

FWIW I sprayed the DEET on my clothes and hat.

 

[Tracy]

FWIW I sprayed the DEET on my clothes and hat.

As an FYI, DEET destroys rubber products and that is what most dive gear is made from.
It works, but at a severe cost.
I have had excellent luck with picaradin products, it doesn't destroy rubber and still works well.

 

[Joneill]

As an FYI, DEET destroys rubber products and that is what most dive gear is made from.
It works, but at a severe cost.
I have had excellent luck with picaradin products, it doesn't destroy rubber and still works well.

It also dissolves many plastics - nasty stuff…

All About DEET and Plastic: What's the Deal?

 

[-JD-]

As an FYI, DEET destroys rubber products and that is what most dive gear is made from.
It works, but at a severe cost.
I have had excellent luck with picaradin products, it doesn't destroy rubber and still works well.

I also brought Picaradin lotion for direct skin application.

 

[scubadada]

I also brought Picaradin lotion for direct skin application.

>30% Deet is likely more effective, with the drawbacks that have been mentioned. In general, I do not allow my insect repellent to come into contact with my dive equipment. The need, generally, has very different timing.

 

[Dark Wolf]

A good permethrin soak of clothing works wonders for me.

DW

 

[tridacna]

In case it was missed for "things to take": GOOD insect repellent.

100% DEET seemed to put a dent in their attack.

The level of DEET (10%, 30% or 100%) refers only to how long it remains effective. If you’re going to be outside for 10 hours, use 100%. For two hours, 25% is adequate. DEET reacts with chemicals released by your body to confuse and deter mosquitoes. It has no effect on clothing. That’s a complete waste of money. I see it all the time especially on golf courses. People spraying their hats!

 

[johndiver999]

The level of DEET (10%, 30% or 100%) refers only to how long it remains effective. If you’re going to be outside for 10 hours, use 100%. For two hours, 25% is adequate. DEET reacts with chemicals released by your body to confuse and deter mosquitoes. It has no effect on clothing. That’s a complete waste of money. I see it all the time especially on golf courses. People spraying their hats!

Don't think so. It is always better to apply the repellent to clothing rather than than skin. Where do you come up with this?