Avon SKIN-SO-SOFT Bug Guard PLUS IR3535® Insect Repellent Moisturizing Lotion - SPF 30 Gentle Breeze, 4 ozCompact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)

I have used this product for several years as a bug repellent and have always been pleased. I ordered it on April 24, 2025 noting that shipping time seemed unusually long but hoped that I would receive it quicker than noted. I did not get it quickly. Received on May 16th. Product is terrific, shipping time is not.

Works well for your face

It’s summertime, and you know what that means: attack of the mosquitoes!As someone who enjoys being outside, and spends a significant amount of time outside as a result, I absolutely cannot stand the tiny terrors that we refer to as mosquitoes. I have had clusters of boil-like bumps and bruises (from scratching) all over my arms, legs, and back caused by presumed planned attacks from these fun-sized invaders.I proceeded to conduct some research about why I am such a significant target. Subsequently, I learned that mosquitoes are more attracted to individuals with an O blood type, our metabolic rates, the amount of CO2 our bodies release (so, basically just breathing), and dark clothing. Upon acquiring this new-found knowledge, I decided to spend a day outside in all-white clothing, sitting dead still, and holding my breath —since I can’t change my blood type, I just let my body continue to circulate my tainted blood which serves as a siren song for these suckers— and, to my anti-climactic surprise, it didn’t work. I returned home with the same amount of battle scars and scratched myself to sleep.I decided to air my grievances with some friends and was told to try AVON Skin-So-Soft. Apparently, it acts as a body moisturizer, a sun screen, and a bug guard. Thrilled at the news, I placed an order on Amazon and received my defense mechanism a day later (thanks to Amazon Prime).Today, I applied the lotion and prayed to the bug guard gods to protect me from the minuscule evils that enjoy fulfilling their bloodlust through my skin. I am absolutely overjoyed to announce that I have not been bitten once since using the lotion and will be sacrificing a handful of mosquito carcasses to the bug guard gods in thanks.If you are suffering alongside me, I highly recommend AVON Skin-So-Soft as a defense mechanism against these vampiric pests. The battle may have been won but the war is far from over.

Small container for the price

I bought this product on the recommendation of my coworkers. This summer has been ridiculous with the rain and overabundance of mosquitoes. Every time I go outside at work or to exercise I end up getting eaten up. For whatever reason, I just must really smell good to mosquitoes! I got to the point where I was afraid to leave the house because the bites were becoming more numerous and the itching was severe. I initially purchased an "Off" brand product, containing DEET, which works really well- but boy does it stink! I did not like smelling like that all day and was desperate to find something else. I gave the Avon product a try and am very pleased with the results. This smells more like sunscreen and is not strong in the least. As long as I put it on, it has protected me from the mosquitoes and my number of bites has drastically decreased. Since it is a lotion, it is much easier to apply to specific areas such as arms or neck without getting it everywhere- and you are not inhaling half of it like with the spray on products. Really, the only downside is that you seem to have to apply this more frequently than the DEET containing products. About every 4 hours if you are going to be outside in mosquito rich areas. I believe the directions say about every 2 hours, but I found you can go to 4 as long as you are not swimming or getting wet.Highly recommend for anyone that seems to be a delightful dish to a mosquito. The sunscreen is just a bonus. It is easy to use and once it dries you don't feel oily or greasy. Thank you Avon!

I hate mosquitoes with such a fiery passion. Any bug that bites me, my skin immediately swells into hives. So when I was backpacking, someone had recommended this as repellant against both mosquitoes and sand flies that was DEET-free, so I could put it on even at night and not worry about my levels of DEET-exposure. AND it doubles as sun screen and lasts for hours? That's even BETTER, since I often forget to reapply or get lazy about applying multiple things to my skin. Most importantly - this WORKS for me. I've been able to dodge getting eaten alive (for the most part) with this, so this is part of my essential DEET-free mosquito/bug repellant kit.One thing to note: As a long-time swimmer, I'm used to the "oily coating" that these waterproof sunscreens leave you with, but I know that bothers other people. At least this one has a nice scent! Just remember to shake the bottle before use.

I remember the original very well mom used to put on us in the 1970’s. I have the oil. The spf. And none of them are original formula. Mosquitoes still attack and noseeums get your ankles.The stuff mom had was water based. These products today are oil based and not as good.Bit the skin so soft oil is really good for waterproofing fishing reals. Shines leather. And lubes just about anything.Smells like the original but there is no room for improvement. Just go back to original recipe. Or i may just start buying the deet i am allergic to.Acetone works better on bug prevention than this stuff.

I bought this lotion for a trip to Indonesia, as it covers all the basis.. lotion, sunscreen, bug repellent. Not sure of its overall effectiveness against the sun or bugs, but I can say that I did not get bit while laying in the sun. I would purchase it again.