OFF! Kids Mosquito & Tick Repellent Spray, Botanically Inspired, Safe for Use On Kids, 4 oz
The verdict
OFF! Kids spray is widely praised for its botanical formula, effectiveness against mosquitoes and ticks, and gentle feel on children's skin, though a few users note it can feel greasy or oily.
What parents love
- • effective against mosquitoes and ticks
- • botanical formula gentle on skin
- • pleasant or mild scent
- • non-greasy feel
- • easy spray application
Worth knowing
- • leaves oily or greasy residue
- • strong citronella scent
Safety check — clear
We cross-checked this product and its manufacturer against CPSC recall notices, NHTSA child-seat recalls, FDA recalls and the AAP's safe-sleep criteria on August 31, 2026, and found no active recall or safe-sleep concern. That is a check of the public recall record, not a test of the product.
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