Avoid direct contact with pesticides by wearing protective clothing. The pesticide label will tell you what protective equipment is necessary. Elbow-length gloves protect your hands, wrists, and upper arms. Never use fingerless gloves. Nitrile, butyl and neoprene offer good protection for both dry and liquid pesticides.
Natural rubber is effective only for dry formulations.
Leather or cotton gloves can be more hazardous than no protection at all because they absorb and hold pesticide close to your skin. You may wear cotton gloves under chemical-resistant gloves to improve comfort, but wash the cotton pair after each use. Proper use of gloves is as important as selection. Check gloves closely for holes by filling with clean water and gently squeezing. Discard the gloves if a leak appears.