What body lotion do mosquitoes hate?

What body lotion mosquitoes hate includes lotions that contain EPA-registered repellent ingredients like picaridin, DEET, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535, which block mosquito olfactory receptors, as regular moisturizing lotions with sweet fragrances may actually attract mosquitoes. Mosquitoes hate lotions containing picaridin, such as Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent lotion with 20 percent picaridin, which provides up to 12 hours protection and is odorless and non-greasy, highly rated by Consumer Reports. They also hate lotions containing oil of lemon eucalyptus, or OLE, like Repel Plant-Based Lemon Eucalyptus lotion with PMD, which provides up to 6 hours protection and is natural. Lotions with DEET, like Off Deep Woods lotion, are also hated, providing up to 8 hours. For natural options, lotions containing essential oils like citronella, lavender, peppermint, and eucalyptus are hated to some degree but provide shorter protection of 1 to 2 hours and need frequent reapplication. Some people use Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard lotion, which contains IR3535 and is marketed as moisturizing lotion that repels mosquitoes, though effectiveness is moderate. Regular scented body lotions with floral or fruity fragrances may attract mosquitoes more, so unscented lotion plus separate repellent spray is better. Best approach is use lotion that is also EPA-registered repellent, apply to exposed skin, and reapply as directed.