Once dried, Sawyer Permethrin fabric treatment becomes odorless and is suitable for application on various fabrics, including clothing, gear and tents. When applied correctly, this insect repellent treatment remains effective against mosquitoes and ticks for up to six weeks or through six wash cycles. Clothing and gear's protection with Permethrin insect and tick repellent spray, ideal for shirts, jackets, pants, socks, shoes, boots, sleeping bags, tents, and netting during outdoor activities, camping, hunting, or travel The Environmental Protection Agency advises applying 4.50 oz of Permethrin per outfit, effectively treating a total of four outfits Effectively repels mosquitoes potentially carrying Zika Virus, Yellow Fever, Dengue, and Chikungunya and repels and eliminates ticks possibly carrying Lyme Disease Sawyer permethrin effectively controls fleas and lice on dogs for 35 days and provides protection against ticks for up to 6 weeks According to a 2011 study by the university of Rhode Island, treating shoes and socks with Permethrin can decrease the risk of tick bites by 73.6 times Once dried, Sawyer Permethrin becomes completely odorless It is safe for all fabrics and finishes, including delicate materials like silk