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Insect Deterrent Clothing

Insect Shield® Technology

Insect Shield® & Nosilife: please note that in Europe this technology falls under the Nosilife brand name which can appear on some of our products in the US.

Because Bugs Suck

WHAT IS PERMETHRIN CLOTHING?

Permethrin-treated clothing protects against insects, enabling wearers to adventure outdoors with extra protection from bug bites and insect-borne diseases. Permethrin clothing makes use of an EPA-approved insecticide duplicated from the chrysanthemum flower that provides a family and pet-friendly bug defense supplement traditional bug sprays. Registered for use in 2003, Permethrin clothing has been tested and proven as a long-term bug repellant, reducing the need for products applied directly to the skin where the clothing is covering. Easy to wear and easy to wash, Permethrin clothing’s anti-insect effectiveness lasts through dozens of launderings, providing long-lasting bug defense for seasons of fun outdoors.

SAY GOODBYE TO...

Mosquitoes

Ticks

Ants

Flies

Chiggers

Midges

With

ANTI-INSECT BUG DETERRENT CLOTHING

We have incorporated Insect Shield® technology into our essential outdoor adventure clothing for long-lasting bug protection including those that may carry serious insect-transmitted disease.

The durable protection provided by Insect Shield® clothing is the result of years of research and testing.

Insect Shield technology is built-in to our clothing so it is near your skin - For protection of exposed skin, use in conjunction with an insect repellent.

Built-In Bug Defense

Anti-Odor

Tested & Proven

Easy Care

Lasts 70 Launderings

Family & Pet Friendly

HOW INSECT SHIELD® WORKS

Step 1

Insect shield technology uses permethrin, an EPA-approved insecticide registered in 1979, which is a synthetic version of an ingredient found in the chrysanthemum flower.

Step 2

Permethrin is then chemically applied to our collection of insect deterrent Insect Shield® apparel & accessories.

Step 3

The result is a tested & proven bug defense alternative that effectively lasts the life of the garment.

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