What repellent is right for me?

A woman in a red blouse is spraying something on yellow-flowering bushes in a sunny, outdoor park setting.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has an online tool in both English and Spanish to help find the best product for you and your family.

Please contact the District at (760) 342-8287 or online to report mosquito problems, request mosquitofish, and report neglected pools or standing water where mosquitoes breed.

Learn more about repellents on this website.

The image compares four insect repellents: DEET, IR3535, Picaridin, and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, detailing their effectiveness, duration, and safety.

What do I need to know about repellents?

Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents with one of these active ingredients:

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