Skunk repellent is a product designed to discourage skunks from nesting or spraying near homes and gardens. It works by using smells, tastes, or sensations skunks find unpleasant, such as predator scents, capsaicin, garlic, or essential oils. Some repellents also create discomfort through sound or texture. People use skunk repellent to protect lawns, trash areas, sheds, and crawl spaces. Effectiveness depends on proper application, weather conditions, and skunk behavior. Repellents work best when combined with habitat cleanup, sealing entry points, and removing food sources around residential properties year-round safely.