Sawyer Products SP564 Premium Insect Repellent with 20% Picaridin Lotion, 4 oz
Long-Lasting Protection Against Bugs & Ticks
Imagine heading into the woods, onto the water, or into the backyard without a single worry about mosquitoes or ticks. Sawyer's 20% Picaridin insect repellent lotion makes that possible — up to 12 hours of protection against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours against flies, gnats, and chiggers.
More Effective Than DEET Against Biting Flies
Formulated with 20% Picaridin, this fragrance-free repellent outperforms DEET against biting flies while remaining gentle on your skin, gear, and clothing. No greasy residue, no harsh odor — just clean, effective protection.
Safe for the Whole Family
Gentle enough for everyone in the family, this lotion repellent is safe to use on skin and won't damage plastics, synthetic coatings, watches, sunglasses, fishing line, backpacks, or firearm finishes.
Repels Disease-Spreading Insects
- Mosquitoes carrying West Nile, Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya viruses
- Ticks carrying Lyme disease and tick-borne encephalitis
- Flies, gnats, and chiggers
Perfect for Every Outdoor Adventure
Whether you're camping, backpacking, hunting, fishing, hiking, or just enjoying a backyard BBQ — this is the repellent that goes everywhere you do.
Pro tip: Maximize protection by pairing with Sawyer Permethrin tick and insect repellent spray for clothing and gear.
Top rated bug repellent by Wirecutter/New York Times (May 2020).
⭐ What Customers Are Saying
Customers who've made the switch from DEET say Sawyer Picaridin Lotion is the clean alternative that doesn't feel like a compromise — the 20% Picaridin formula provides up to 12 hours of protection without the greasy, chemical smell that makes conventional repellents unpleasant to wear. Families with young children appreciate that it's gentle enough for the whole family and won't damage gear or clothing, and the Wirecutter/New York Times top rating gives first-time buyers confidence they're choosing the best DEET-free option available. Many customers say they keep a bottle in every bag and never head outdoors without it.