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The line uses ingredients reviewed for the products’ EPA 25(b) minimum-risk positioning and offers practical options for mosquitoes and flies, household insects, rodents, porch use, and outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOUSTIQUE AWAY™\u003c\/strong\u003e — mosquito and fly repellent spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBAYOU BARRIER™\u003c\/strong\u003e — roach, ant, and spider home defense spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRATON REPEL™\u003c\/strong\u003e — peppermint and cedar rodent deterrent sachets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRAITEUR'S SMUDGE BUNDLE™\u003c\/strong\u003e — Louisiana wax myrtle and sage botanical burn bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMAISON GUARD™ Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — coordinated home pest protection set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePEST GUARD GARDEN COLLECTION™\u003c\/strong\u003e — live pest-repelling plants for outdoor spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Louisiana by Big Mamou Enterprises. 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