{"product_id":"care-plus-icaridin-20-insect-repellent-spray","title":"Care Plus Icaridin 20% Insect Repellent Spray, DEET Free, Mosquitoes and Ticks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Plus Icaridin 20% Insect Repellent\u003c\/strong\u003e is a DEET-free insect repellent with 20% icaridin that protects against mosquitoes and ticks for up to 12 hours and black flies for up to 10, in a non-scented, non-greasy spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Plus Icaridin 20% Insect Repellent at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Icaridin 20% (DEET free)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMosquitoes and ticks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack flies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 10 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100ml, 200ml pump spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults and children 6 months and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-scented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Plus Icaridin 20% Insect Repellent Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDEET free\u003c\/strong\u003e — Icaridin 20% active.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e — Up to 12 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTick protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — Helps repel Lyme-carrying ticks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e — From 6 months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle\u003c\/strong\u003e — Less irritating than DEET, per the brand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-greasy\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not sticky, non-scented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Canada registered\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCP Act approved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold 15 to 20 cm from the skin, nozzle pointed away from the face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray with a slow sweeping motion to lightly moisten exposed skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the face, spray into your hands and apply, avoiding eyes and mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHikers, campers and cottagers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a DEET-free repellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTick-prone areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/care-plus-sos-after-bite-gel-20ml\"\u003eCare Plus SOS After Bite Gel\u003c\/a\u003e — to soothe any bites that get through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Care Plus Icaridin 20% Insect Repellent Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is icaridin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eIcaridin, also called picaridin, is a synthetic repellent modelled on piperine, a compound found in pepper plants. It blocks the insect's ability to find you by scent, with no DEET.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How does it compare with DEET?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003ePer the brand, 20% icaridin lasts up to 12 hours on mosquitoes and ticks versus about 6 hours for 30% DEET, is gentler on skin, and is approved from 6 months of age.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why does tick protection matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eTicks can carry Lyme disease. When used as directed, this registered repellent helps keep ticks from biting, an important step alongside checking for ticks after being outdoors.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-care-plus-icaridin-20-insect-repellent-spray\" style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Who makes Care Plus?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eCare Plus is a travel-health brand that has been a market leader in insect repellents in Europe for over 25 years, now available across Canada.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Is it approved in Canada?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eYes. It is registered with Health Canada under the Pest Control Products Act; the registration number is on the label.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What sizes are available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003e100ml and 200ml pump sprays.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Is it scented?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eNo. It is non-scented.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Does it contain DEET?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eNo. The active ingredient is 20% icaridin.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Will it damage clothing or gear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eIcaridin does not dissolve plastics or synthetics the way DEET can.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How long does it last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eUp to 12 hours against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 10 hours against black flies.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Can I use it with sunscreen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eYes. Apply sunscreen first, let it absorb, then apply repellent.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ When should I reapply?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eWhen bites start, or after swimming or heavy sweating.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eKeep the cap on and store at room temperature, away from heat and direct sun.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Care Plus","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":47933956915371,"sku":"932200-JIT","price":13.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200ml","offer_id":47933956948139,"sku":"932210-JIT","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/932200.jpg?v=1790175498","url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/care-plus-icaridin-20-insect-repellent-spray","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}