13 Wearable Mosquito Repellents That Aren't Smelly Aerosol Sprays

Stash a pack of these convenient bug-repellent wipes into your bag and stay ready for mosquito bites when on the go. The key to their effectiveness is in a particular strain of Indonesian citronella, known to be more effective against mosquitoes. Best of all, it smells better too.

Coconut oil, beeswax, Vitamin E and insect-deterring essential oils combine in this handy balm stick that easily slides into your bag or pocket. Use it on your wrists, neck, inside of your elbows and the back of your knees to keep the mosquitoes at bay.

Keep your kiddos insect-bite-free no matter what adventures they get into with these fun mosquito-repelling slinky bracelets. They’re DEET-free, come in bright neon colors and are made with plant-based ingredients.

Mask the scents that draw mosquitoes to your body with this FDA-proven insect-repelling body spray. The all-natural formula is DEET-free, made in the USA and can prevent insect bites for up to two hours.

Traditional bug spray leaves you with a less-than-pleasant, pungent odor and either a sticky or greasy coating all over your body. Thankfully, there is an alternative. This spray from REPEL has a refreshing lemon-eucalyptus scent and, though it is natural and 100 percent free of DEET, it will still repel mosquitoes for up to six hours.

This plant-based spray from Murphy's Naturals repels mosquitos for up to six hours using lemon eucalyptus oil — the only plant-based repelling ingredient recommended by the CDC.

Stay Away Mosquitoes' all-natural, EPA-registered formula is gentle on the skin and safe for use on pregnant women and children. Made with CDC-recommended Picaridin, a bioidentical version of a long black pepper plant, the spray provides 14-hour protection from mosquitoes and ticks while protecting against biting flies, gnats and chiggers for up to eight hours. Plus, it's water-resistant, so you can wear it during all of your outdoor activities without worrying about reapplying.

Badger Anti-Bug Shake & Spray repels insects naturally with the pleasant aroma of citronella, rosemary and lemongrass essential oils. Plus, it doesn't contain synthetic chemicals, DEET or petroleum products and is tested to provide up to three hours of protection from mosquitos.

This all-in-one repellent and after-bite cream does it all. Other creams make you choose between repelling bugs and treating uncomfortable bug bites, but SallyeAnder's No-Bite-Me solution prevents and repairs bug-bombed skin. You’ll love the smell, too, with a proprietary blend of 16 essential oils, including cedar, mint, rosemary and lemongrass. It'll keep bugs at bay for up to four hours, protecting against biting flies, mosquitoes, fleas and ticks. Plus, it's safe for little ones!

Safe for use on the whole family, Sawyer's long-lasting insect and tick repellent lotion deters a wide variety of pests — up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks and up to eight hours against flies, gnats and chiggers. The fragrance-free lotion features 20 percent Picaridin, which is more effective at repelling biting flies than DEET. Plus, it's non-greasy, dries quickly and is safe to use on clothing and equipment, like sunglasses, watches and fishing lines.

Created with kids in mind, BuzzPatch stickers are made with all-natural, plant-based ingredients and are nontoxic, DEET-free and use the most effective and safe essential oil combination. They're instant and most effective in the first eight hours but continue to work for up to 72 hours. Kids will love wearing the fun, colorful patterns that are fast and easy to apply.

If you're the adventurous type who never stops moving, another great portable option is a wearable wristband. This one is waterproof and can repel mosquitoes for 15 days before you even have to refill it.

Backpacking, camping and hiking in the summer are destined to involve mosquitoes. You're basically stepping right into their home, so it’s best you go prepared. Bulky items like sprays, balms and candles are less than ideal when packing light, but a mosquito-repellant clip that lasts for 15 days before a refill? Perfect.