7 Best Bug Sprays to Help You Enjoy the Outdoors Bite-Free

Mosquitoes have a way of ruining even the best laid summer plans. Whether you’re camping in the woods, grilling in the backyard, or just trying to enjoy a sunset without becoming dinner, a bug sprays is a must. That’s why it's good to know about the best mosquito repellents out there—from skin-friendly sprays to wearable options like bracelets—so you can keep the bugs away and get back to enjoying the great outdoors, bite-free.

Continue reading to learn more about the best bug sprays, written by Carol Lee.

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Carol Lee

Carol Lee is the Associate E-Commerce Writer at ELLE.com, where she covers all things beauty and personal care. Before joining the team, she was an editor at Food Network Magazine and HGTV Magazine and ran the beauty section at The Pioneer Woman. Carol received her bachelor’s degree in Journalism from New York University and was one of the first customers to visit Glossier’s flagship store in New York’s Soho neighborhood. Over the years, she’s tested countless makeup, hair, and skin care products, and written hundreds of articles covering the beauty space, from pieces about the trendiest launches to roundups of the best products on the market. As a Korean-American, she grew up in a sea of Korean makeup and skin care products and is a bona fide expert on the ever-expanding world of K-beauty, helping lead our coverage. Additionally, she’s also always on the hunt for the perfect lipstick and watches the same few comfort sitcoms (Frasier, Cheers, Seinfeld, New Girl, etc.) over and over again.

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