Consumer Reports Identifies Ben's 30 Tick Insect Repellent Wipes as Top Choice for Camping
Consumer Reports has named Ben's 30 Tick & Insect Repellent Wipes as the leading bug repellent for camping, outperforming popular brands like OFF! and Repel. This conclusion follows a rigorous laboratory test involving 57 different insect repellents. The testing procedure required volunteers to expose their arms inside cages filled with disease-free mosquitoes for five-minute intervals, meticulously recording every mosquito landing, probing, and bite. To simulate real-world conditions, volunteers engaged in a sweaty walk between rounds. The repellents were tested until they failed or for a maximum of eight hours. Ben's 30 Tick & Insect Repellent Wipes achieved a score of 96 out of 100, marking it as the highest-rated product in the comprehensive evaluation. The wipes contain 30% DEET, an active ingredient recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for its effectiveness against disease-carrying insects. Their individual packaging and compact size also contribute to their practicalit...