# Insect Repelling Clothes Buzz Off By Alex Covert | Published 2008-05-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-shield-technology-buzz-off References: [coolbuzz.org](http://www.coolbuzz.org/entry/buzz-insects-off-with-buzz-offs-insect-repellent-clothing/) & [rei](http://www.rei.com/webservices/rei/DisplayStyle/763337?source=19113&cm_mmc=aff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na&mr;:trackingCode=FA9DFEAD-291D-DD11-98CA-001422107090&mr;:referralID=NA&siteID=cjIsd2x-it3792&AID=10456937&PID=2966106&cm_mmc=CJ-_-2275685-_-2966106-_-Product+Catalog+REI&URL=http://www.re) Spot Cool Stuff found a line of clothing, aptly named **[Buzz Off](http://www.rei.com/webservices/rei/DisplayStyle/763337?source=19113&cm_mmc=aff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na&mr:trackingCode=FA9DFEAD-291D-DD11-98CA-001422107090&mr:referralID=NA&siteID=cjIsd2x-it3792&AID=10456937&PID=2966106&cm_mmc=CJ-_-2275685-_-2966106-_-Product+Catalog+REI&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.re),** that contains **Permethrin**, a man-made version of a natural insect repellent, woven into the fibers. Made by Ex Officio, the repellent properties work on [mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and flies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-bugs) and lasts for about 70 washes. It also provides UPF 30+ protection from the sun. So, forget about the [smelly chemicals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqitter-mini), throw on a light blue Baja shirt, and go sit in a swamp without fear of being eaten alive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Insect-repelling Clothing:** The trend of insect-repelling clothing using natural repellent is disrupting the clothing industry to offer protection from insect-borne diseases without the use of harmful chemicals. - **Environmentally-friendly Clothing:** The trend of eco-friendly clothing is disrupting the textile industry by creating innovative sustainable insect-repellent garments. - **Functional Clothing:** The trend of functional clothing is disrupting the clothing industry by combining protective features, such as insect repellent, with stylish designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Clothing:** The clothing industry is being disrupted by the growing demand for insect-repelling clothing that offers a safe and effective alternative to traditional insect repellents. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Insect-repelling clothing offers new opportunities for the outdoor recreation industry by providing extra protection to individuals who participate in outdoor activities. - **Healthcare:** Insect-repelling clothing presents a new opportunity for the healthcare industry to prevent and control the spread of insect-borne diseases without the use of harmful chemicals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Powered Insect Repellants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzie.md) - [All-Encompassing Repellent Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repellent-kit.md) - [Comprehensive Outdoor Protection Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullfrog-2-in-1-sunscreen.md) - [Electronic Mosquito Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-mosquito-repellent.md) - [Insect Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-active-insect-repellent.md) - [Hybrid Bug Spray Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-so-soft-bug-guard.md) - [Odorless Insect Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-tick-repellent.md) - [Insect Repellant Perfumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-buzz.md) - [Natural Outdoor Bug Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-buster-insect-repellent.md)