When it comes to summertime, it's easy to focus on the positives: sunshine, vacations, swimming pools, barbecues, etc.
However, that doesn't mean that all of the long-awaited time outdoors doesn't come with a few negatives as well. Mainly: bugs. In my opinion, other than bad weather there isn't much that can ruin a nice afternoon outside quicker than bugs... and they're much more annoying than some rain.
With rain, you get wet and you laugh about it or you shrug and go inside. With bugs, you just continue to try to sit and relax or enjoy playing yard games, all the while swatting at your arms to keep from being bit or brushing away the buzzing sound from your ear. What a hassle!
That's why the best alternative is to find a great insect repellent from a company that knows about how to fully enjoy spending time outdoors: Coleman Repellents.
Everyone knows the name Coleman, right? Their rugged, reliable products have long been at the center of family fun and whether you are using their lanterns, stoves, sleeping bags, coolers, backpacks, grills, or more, you know that you're going to have a great outdoor experience.
However, when I heard that they have an entire line of insect repellents and sunscreens, I have to admit that I was surprised. All this time I've been picturing tents and here Coleman has had buy spray? Who knew?
When their Coleman SkinSmart Insect Repellent and Coleman SkinSmart Wipes arrived, I was looking forward to keeping the pests away all summer long.
Coleman's SkinSmart products are DEET Free, containing active ingredients that are clinically proven to be as or more effective than DEET, Picaridin, and other common pesticides. They are odorless, long lasting, rapid drying, non-sticky and safe for use on the entire family - including children age 1 and up.
The first thing I noticed (and appreciated) about the the SkinSmart aerosol aluminum can was the twist locking cap. The last thing I want is to find bug spray leaking into my bag, so being able to know that the cap is securely closed is a big plus!
Trying this repellent out for the first time in our yard, I was pleased to find that the rust resistant can was able to be sprayed at any angle and, after I had applied it all over, suddenly I wasn't feeling so bothered anymore. Instead of trying to watch my kids play while constantly twitching and swatting, I was able to sit back and relax!
This spray is even proven effective against mosquitoes and ticks for up to 8 hours, so whether we are hanging out on the deck for a little while or heading out to explore the great outdoors for a full day, we'll be covered!
Having never tried insect repellent wipes, I was interested in how easy the DEET-free SkinSmart Wipes would be for my family.
It turned out that they are extremely convenient and simple! Also with the ability to repel insects for up to 8 hours, these soft, odorless wipes come in a resealable pack that is great for keeping tucked in a bag or backpack.
Instead of dealing with wiggly, impatient kids while I attempt to not spray insect repellent in their eyes, these wipes can be pulled out and rubbed on their face and neck and end up exactly where it is needed quickly. How handy!
With a multitude of high quality, affordable products (the Insect Repellent retails around $5 and the Wipes around $7), Coleman Repellents makes it possible for your entire family to fully enjoy being outside together this summer.
You can even make your backyard even better by entering the Coleman Repellents Great Spa Giveaway for a chance to win a Coleman 7' Lounger Spa (valued at over $8,000) and a year's supply of Coleman insect repellents as well as other great prizes!
Whether you prefer products with or without DEET, there are a variety of sprays, wipes, portable Go Ready Pens, and more for you, your gear or to effectively protect the area you will be in. When it is time to head outdoors, Coleman Repellents has adults and children of all ages covered!
Thanks to their generosity, one person will be ready to have a fun, bug-free summer as well, because...
One lucky person will win a Coleman Repellents
Summer Prize Pack (ARV $30)!
Summer Prize Pack (ARV $30)!
Two (2) packages of SkinSmart Wipes
One (1) aerosol spray can of SkinSmart Repellent
One (1) GoReady spray pen of SkinSmart Repellent
One (1) Yard and Camp Fogger
One (1) aerosol spray can of SkinSmart Repellent
One (1) GoReady spray pen of SkinSmart Repellent
One (1) Yard and Camp Fogger
To enter to win: Visit Coleman Repellents and tell me another of their quality products that you would like to use this summer.
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1 Extra Entry if you head over to A Mom's Balancing Act and enter to win a Coleman Repellents Summer Prize Pack over there as well!
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Giveaway will end on July 8th at 11:59pm CST. Do me the favor of leaving an email address or making absolutely sure it is visible in your profile, I have to have a way to contact the winner. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to contact me or respond to notification or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only.
A big thank you to Coleman Repellents for providing products for me to review as well as a prize pack for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.
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