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Does Bug Spray Need to Be Washed off?

James H. Sterling • • 6 min read
Does Bug Spray Need to Be Washed off?

Be Safe; Wash Off Bug Spray
Regardless, you need to wash it off afterward using plain soap and water. It's a chemical, after all. And while chemicals like these are safe when used correctly, there's no need to force your luck by allowing them to remain on skin once you've returned indoors.

How long does bug spray stay on surfaces?

DIY insect surface spraying safety tips

Effectiveness—Insecticide surface sprays may last from 4 weeks to 3 months. You will need to know how often to re-spray to maintain the protection.

What happens if you don't wash off DEET?

Very often, people don't wash the product off their skin after returning indoors. This can result in overexposure, especially in cases where a product is applied too often (at short intervals) or daily for several days. A small amount of DEET is absorbed into the body when applied to the skin.

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James H. Sterling

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.