How to get rid of mosquitoes. Outdoor Mosquito Repellents How to Choose the Right Mosquito Repellent
Many people like to spend weekends in the country or in nature. It would seem that nothing can spoil late-night conversations with friends, fresh air and songs with a guitar. However, the buzzing of mosquitoes and bites naturally bring only negative memories and skin discomfort. The bites become inflamed, red and itchy, and they do not go away immediately. Therefore, before any out-of-town trip or fishing trip, you need to stock up on all kinds of mosquito repellents. And which of them are the most effective you will learn from our article below.
Varieties
Mosquito repellents are divided into 2 groups:
- Individual. Such a product protects the person who uses this product from mosquitoes. These include various products applied to human skin and clothing - sprays, ointments, aerosols. Such products only repel mosquitoes and do not destroy them, so it is logical to use this product not indoors, but outdoors.
- General (joint). This type of product is aimed at combating not only mosquitoes, but all kinds of insects found indoors. Such products work great in houses, apartments, cottages and even in open street spaces.
Rating TOP 7 best mosquito repellents
When considering the offered assortment, we may make a mistake in choosing without knowing all the characteristics of the product. Many products can harm the human body; as a rule, these are unknown brands of products. We studied possible products and identified 7 brands from them, distinguished from analogues by quality and high demand. This TOP includes the following products:
- Spray OZZ.
- Contra gel.
- Aerosol “Atas” 150 ml.
- Off spray.
- GARDEX – SPRAY.
- MY SUNNY Cream.
- OFF KIDS Cream.
Let's take a closer look at the range offered below.
Spray OZZ
The presented mosquito repellent is a fairly popular product, suitable for use in open street spaces. Excellent repels insects, including ticks. Before use, carefully read the instructions, since it can only be applied to the skin by adults; a different drug is intended for children. Ideally protects against insects for several hours, is evenly distributed over the surface of the skin, guaranteeing complete protection. You should be careful not to get the drug into the eyes and mucous membranes, so it should be applied to the face with the palm of your hand moistened with the product.
Price tag: from 149 to 180 rubles.
mosquito repellent Spray OZZ
- repels insects for 2 hours;
- protects against any type of insects, including ticks;
- uniform distribution.
- cannot be applied to children.
A quality product that the whole family uses every vacation. It really helps when fishing and barbecuing at the dacha. Repels for about 2-3 hours, does not burn the skin and does not cause irritation. Wash off with soapy water and leave no stickiness. I recommend it, thank you.
Kontra gel
The product refers to general group drugs and is suitable for a country holiday. Distributes perfectly throughout the skin without causing discomfort. The product is suitable for adults and is prohibited for use on children's skin. The tube screws on quite tightly, without the possibility of leakage. You can carry it with you and add it as needed. The product is ideal for people with delicate and sensitive skin. Prevents drying of the skin, can be applied to the face, avoiding the eyes and mucous membranes.
Cost: from 30 to 60 rubles.
mosquito repellent Kontra gel
- easy distribution;
- does not cause drying of the skin;
- Suitable for delicate and sensitive skin.
- cannot be used in children.
Quite a good and inexpensive product. After using it, you can fish for another 3 hours without buzzing or biting. Does not have a pungent odor, does not cause redness or irritation of the skin. Better than many expensive products. Thank you for this product, I recommend it!
Aerosol “Atas” 150 ml
The drug has increased durability. Can protect you from insects for 6 hours. Suitable for areas where mosquitoes are especially aggressive and in large numbers. Most often used for fishing and recreation near the river. Before use, shake and distribute over the palms of your hands, and then distribute over all open areas of the body. It is made on an alcohol basis, so after removing the product from the skin, a nourishing cream is required, since the product dries out the skin greatly. Not suitable for children.
Price: from 150 to 180 rubles.
mosquito repellent atas
- Suitable for repelling very aggressive mosquitoes;
- duration of action – up to 6 hours;
- repels a large number of insects.
- Dries the skin very much (alcohol base);
- not suitable for children.
The product really protects against mosquitoes. Last Sunday my friend and I went fishing and there were a lot of mosquitoes. As soon as I used this product, the insects evaporated. True, the smell of alcohol can still be felt, and the skin becomes very dry, but the fishing was not ruined. Thank you!
Off spray
This product belongs to a joint group and is suitable for country and river holidays. The product is distributed over the skin as quickly as possible, does not cause allergy attacks (only in rare cases) and effectively protects against any type of insect. Valid for 4 hours. Before use, you must first spray the spray on your hands, then apply to exposed skin, clothing, and hair. It has a slight specific smell, however, it is practically inaudible for the entire 4 hours of action. Provides reliable protection. Intended for adults.
mosquito repellent Off spray
- quick distribution over the skin (within 30 seconds);
- protection from any type of insects;
- valid for 4 hours;
- There is practically no smell.
- not suitable for children.
The product is of high quality, we have been using it exclusively for 3 years. Protects against mosquitoes for 4 hours, thereby extending our family vacation in nature. It does not cause skin irritation, there is practically no smell (but you can still feel it a little), it is great for spring holidays and weekends. Thank you!
GARDEX – SPRAY
The presented product is intended for the delicate and sensitive baby skin. Approved for use from 2 years. Belongs to a joint group, and helps the baby with evening walks or sound sleep in his crib. This spray has a special use that all parents need to consider. The product is not applied to the child's skin, but to the gauze canopy covering his stroller or crib. Both the child and the parents are guaranteed a calm and quiet night, because the smell of the spray will repel insects, and the gauze will prevent persistent midges and mosquitoes from getting to the baby.
Cost: from 223 to 280 rubles.
mosquito repellent GARDEX – SPRAY
- ensures a restful sleep for the baby;
- long validity period (up to 5 days);
- instantly repels insects.
- prohibited for children under 2 years of age.
An excellent product, a real lifesaver that saves my baby. There are already a lot of mosquitoes in our house; they even fly through the window screen. The child does not sleep well, in the morning he is all bitten, scratches the wounds and then has a fever. Using the presented product, everything worked. A gauze canopy with the scent of Gardex reliably repels both midges and mosquitoes. Thanks to the manufacturers, we are satisfied.
MY SUNNY Cream
This product is soft and belongs to the individual protection group. It is absolutely safe for the health of children aged 1 year and older. After application, immediate absorption occurs, so the product does not leave any marks on clothing. Protection from insects occurs within 2-3 hours, which is quite sufficient time for a walk on fresh air. This product belongs to the group of hypoallergenic products. Moisturizes baby's skin and has a light, non-toxic aroma.
Cost: from 97 to 120 rubles.
mosquito repellent MY SUNNY Cream
- hypoallergenic product;
- suitable for children aged 1 year and older;
- instantly absorbed into the skin;
- does not leave marks on clothes.
- not found.
An excellent product, I even use it myself sometimes. It is not suitable for long walks, however, its effect will not be enough for a country holiday, and mosquitoes in nature are more aggressive than in the park. Under its influence, the child sleeps soundly, without waking up from bites and itching. I recommend.
OFF KIDS Cream
This drug has excellent long-lasting properties. Belongs to the individual protection group. The product has wide application and helps against mosquitoes, mosquitoes, horseflies, midges and wasps. Absorbs into the skin within one minute, does not leave greasy marks on the child’s clothes and skin. Provides protection against insects for up to 5 hours. Sometimes causes skin irritation. This factor depends on the individual tolerance of the components. If your child is still allergic to the composition of the product, then you can use it for your own purposes; an adult is not afraid of irritation.
mosquito repellent OFF KIDS Cream
- has a wide range of protection (mosquitoes, mosquitoes, horse flies, midges and wasps);
- fast absorption (1 minute);
- does not leave marks on clothes;
- suitable for adults.
- sometimes causes an allergic reaction;
- not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
We always use this product, it helps a lot. Protects against all insects, including flies. There is no unpleasant smell, everything is in moderation, does not irritate the mucous membranes. A friend’s child turned out to be allergic to the composition, however, this problem did not affect us. Good cream, I recommend it.
Comparative table of the presented funds
In order to compare the presented products, we suggest taking a look at the table with their characteristics.
| Means | Validity period (in hours) | Age of application | Terms of use | Type | Price, rub.) |
| Spray OZZ | 2 | adult | beware of contact with eyes and mucous membranes | joint | from 149 to 180 |
| Kontra gel | 3 | adult | avoid contact with eyes | joint | from 30 to 60 |
| Aerosol “Atas” 150 ml | 6 | adult | spread over palms and apply to open areas body avoiding the eye area | joint | from 150 to 180 |
| Off spray | 4 | adult | Spray the spray on your hands and apply to the desired areas of the body, avoiding mucous membranes | joint | from 186 to 230 |
| GARDEX – SPRAY | 5 days | children (from 2 years old) | apply to the gauze canopy covering the baby's stroller | joint | from 223 to 280 |
| MY SUNNY Cream | 2-3 | children's (from 1 year) | individual | from 97 to 120 | |
| OFF KIDS Cream | 5 | children (from 3 years old) | apply to exposed skin | individual | from 144 to 177 |
Best lists
Below are products that have special characteristics and functions, in addition to the main rating. This TOP includes:
- Cream.
- Aerosol.
- For children.
Let's take a closer look at the range presented.
ARGUS – cream
The presented drug is also a sedative, as it is used to lubricate recent bites so that they do not become irritated, do not itch, and go away quickly. The product contains d-panthenol, allantoin, plant extracts and essential oils. Protects for 4 hours from different types insects Member of the individual protection group.
Price tag: from 88 to 100 rubles.
mosquito repellent ARGUS
Picnic - aerosol
A domestic brand of spray, which is quite popular today. The product has a pleasant aroma, does not cause allergies and effective protection, lasting 4 hours. Soothes the skin, relieves itching after bites caused by mosquitoes and other insects previously. There is also a children's version of the aerosol on sale.
mosquito repellent Picnic
Spray Mosquitall “Gentle Protection” – for children
The presented product is completely hypoallergenic. Suitable for children over 3 years old and adults suffering from allergic reactions. Before use, the product must be sprayed onto the palms of your hands, then applied to exposed areas of the body, avoiding contact of the product with the eyes and mucous membranes. It spreads quickly over the skin without stickiness or other discomfort.
Cost: from 185 to 228 rubles.
mosquito repellent Spray Mosquitall
What to look for when choosing
- Number of family members. If the group of people is large, then it is wiser to use fumigators for home furnishings and sprays and aerosols for country holidays.
- Age restrictions. Pay special attention to this point, especially if you are choosing a product for a child. Even children's medications are equipped with age restrictions.
- Spray location. Some drugs have quite effective protection, but high toxicity, which is why they are prohibited for use in home environments and close quarters.
- Compound. Study the components to make sure that the product you are purchasing is completely hypoallergenic.
- Brand. The more popular the brand of the product, the better quality it will be. Beware of counterfeits from unknown manufacturers.
No squeak
Last squeak
And behind him are mosquitoes on a balloon
Peaceful dreams without mosquitoes
What mosquito repellent can effectively protect you at home and in the country?
With the onset of summer, one of the most annoying insects - mosquitoes - comes out to hunt. They can ruin the most wonderful evening at the dacha, and in apartments there is no peace from them at night. Not only do they squeak unpleasantly above the ear, but mosquito bites are painful, their consequences are very unpleasant - severe itching, redness and swelling.
Every summer season New products are appearing on the market that should help us protect ourselves from mosquitoes.
The range of self-defense against biting insects is very wide - these include creams and sprays for application to skin and clothing, anti-mosquito bracelets, fumigators for apartments, complex ultrasonic, ultraviolet, and carbon dioxide repellers and traps that are designed to combat insects over a large area on outdoors.
Let's figure out how these tools and devices work? How safe are they? Which ones are really effective? And how much do they cost modern means mosquito protection?
Mosquitoes are ubiquitous creatures. These are arthropod insects of the order Diptera, living almost everywhere. Literally - wherever there is water, which they need for reproduction.
Today there are about 3,000 species of these insects; representatives of 100 species live in Russia.
The most widespread mosquito in Russia is the common mosquito (Culex pipiens), which lives everywhere where humans meet.
In cities, there are two main types of common mosquitoes that pester us on the street and in apartments. The first is forest mosquitoes. They fly to us from parks and fields. They are larger, and blisters from their bites go away quite quickly. The second ones are urban or basement, they are smaller, but the bites cause severe itching.
Forest mosquitoes “hunt” seasonally, from mid-May to August. Lifespan is about a month. And basement mosquitoes spend the winter well in warm, flooded basements, huddling in “balls.”
Terrible beast
Many people know that only female mosquitoes drink blood, and males feed on the nectar of flowers. This is not entirely true. Females, to maintain life, also feed on nectar and plant juice. But after fertilization, in order to produce and lay eggs, she needs nutrients from the blood of the victim. It gets protein from the blood, construction material for egg production. Another thing is that mosquitoes have such a mechanism as autogeny: the female is capable of laying the first clutch of eggs, without a single sip of blood, for example, in a tightly closed basement.
Males are exceptional vegetarians.
The life cycle of mosquitoes includes four stages of development: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. One female mosquito lays 100 to 200 eggs every 2-3 days; development from egg to adult, at a temperature of about +20+25 degrees, takes 1-1.5 weeks. Future mosquitoes spend the cycle from egg to pupa in bodies of water - ponds, rivers, lakes, large puddles. They feel great in damp, dark basements.
Mosquitoes love dampness and warmth. St. Petersburg, with its rainy weather, was unlucky in this sense. Mosquitoes do not like light and sun. They stop attacking us at temperatures above +28-°C. Dry weather also hinders them - they cannot stay in the air because they lose a lot of water. “Bloodsuckers” also do not like high-altitude flights - only the wind carries them to floors above 7.
Don't breathe or sweat
Mosquitoes see poorly (at a distance of up to 1.5 meters) and do not “hear” very well; they search for their prey by the concentration of carbon dioxide exhaled by warm-blooded animals and humans, thermal radiation and the smell of lactic acid contained in sweat.
As a rule, mosquitoes do not migrate long distances, but live in the same place; they do not fly from place to place in search of prey. Roughly speaking, if they smell a scent, they fly to hunt; if they don’t, they circle in one place until they smell prey.
But mosquitoes can overcome distances of 3 km with the help of the wind if they smell prey.
Mosquitoes have no poison, but when they bite, a special substance remains in the wound that prevents the blood from clotting - an anticoagulant, it is due to this substance that the mosquito can drink blood. But this substance, in addition to the main effect, also has a lot of side effects - it causes swelling and redness of the skin, which are accompanied by a pronounced feeling of itching and burning. Pinpoint hemorrhages may also form at the bite sites. Of course, the vast majority of such bites are not life-threatening, but they cause a lot of suffering. We constantly scratch the bitten areas, which damages the skin and disrupts normal sleep.
Mosquitoes are very persistent in their hunting and are extremely selective in choosing where to bite. They try to choose the area with the thinnest skin, closest to the blood vessels. That is why at night they can itch above the ear for hours, choosing a place to bite.
It is not known what drives you more crazy - the squeak of a mosquito or the itching at the site of the bite. And finally, a mosquito can ingest four times its own weight in blood.
Spread and sprinkle
As many people exist, as many people try to invent effective ways defense against mosquito attacks. Today, the buyer faces a difficult choice - which product to prefer: we are offered both familiar creams and fumigators, and such new products as wrist bracelets and pocket repellent devices. There are both complex and quite expensive devices for dachas.
But in essence, all modern means can be divided into individual, home (for use in an apartment, room) and outdoor (work in the country, in the forest, in the park).
Personal protective equipment
Personal mosquito repellents are applied either to the skin or to clothing.
Products that are applied directly to the skin are available in the form of creams, gels, lotions, and hard pencils.
Those that can be applied to clothing are, as a rule, sprays and aerosols.
All these mosquito repellents belong to the class of repellents - that is, scarers (from the Latin repello - I push away, I drive away).
How do they work?
Repellents may contain various substances of both chemical and natural origin (essential oils with strong odors, alcohols, which insects also do not like). The chemical filling includes pyrethroids, diethyl phthalate (DEET) and others.
The mechanism of action of chemical repellers is that they make a person “invisible” to mosquitoes, drowning out the pheromones of the human body, which insects are guided by. And essential oils make the surface of human skin smell “unpalatable” to mosquitoes. Some products work precisely to prevent the mosquito from landing on the skin, some act when the mosquito comes into contact with the applied substance.
Of the repellent substances, diethyl phthalate (DEET) is considered the most common; repellents based on it occupy 60% of the world market. Many manufacturers replace the well-known abbreviation DEET with the lesser known full name “diethyltoluamide”. This substance itself is quite toxic, so if it is the basis of a repellent, it is important to ensure that it does not get into the eyes, mouth, or damaged areas of the skin
Pyrethroids are newer generation repellents and are safer. But there are relatively few such products on the market, and they are more expensive.
A separate area is mixed-action repellents. For example, designed to protect against mosquitoes and ticks. They may contain alphacypermethrin - in its action, it is a nerve poison. An insect that comes into contact with clothing treated with it becomes paralyzed and falls to the ground. Such products should not be applied to the skin.
In general, bug sprays are designed to be applied to clothing for one simple reason - they typically contain higher levels of DEET than other forms of repellent.
How to choose?
The concentration of a toxic substance is an important indicator; you must pay attention to it when choosing a means of protection.
The toxicity of the product and the duration of action of the repellent depend on the concentration. The higher the concentration, the more toxic the product and the longer it works.
Preparations with an active substance content of 30-40% last the longest - up to five hours. Strictly not recommended for allergy sufferers, as well as pregnant women and children.
The shortest duration of action is for those that contain 5-10% repellent substances (effective for no more than 2 hours). But even pregnant women and small children can use them (and the label must indicate the age at which the product can be used).
Most mosquito repellents can be used for children as young as 3 years old, but there are also special means, which can be used to protect very young children. They are made on the basis of natural raw materials - essential oils (citronella oil, eucalyptus, anise, cedar, clove).
All repellents should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees. If temperature regime is not observed, the drug will at best lose its effectiveness. Pay attention to the expiration date.
It is better to choose products from well-known brands.
Pay attention to which insects the product works on. Most mosquito repellents also protect against mosquitoes, the painfully biting midge. But they have no effect on flies, horseflies, and horseflies.
Minuses
Chemistry is chemistry. The toxic substances contained in repellents are not harmless to humans. Of course, they contain small amounts of repellent. But they still often cause allergic reactions.
It is important to follow the rules for their use: apply a thin layer to the skin, do not rub and apply this cream to damaged skin, wounds, abrasions, scratches. After a walk in nature, the product must be washed off.
And before use, be sure to check your skin for an allergic reaction - apply the product to your wrist and see if it turns red in 10-15 minutes.
In addition, the disadvantage is the temporary effect of such funds. They need to be reapplied. And the saddest thing is that mosquitoes are also “improving” - there is evidence that they are gradually becoming less sensitive to repellents.
Price
From 70-100 rubles per bottle
Room killer
The next group of products are those that, unlike the previous ones, do not repel mosquitoes, but kill them. This group includes products called fumigants (from the Latin fumigo - I fumigate, smoke).
This is a group of products that, when evaporated, smoked or smoldered, release special chemicals that destroy insects within the range of action - mosquitoes and midges. Such substances block the respiratory system of mosquitoes. This group also includes electric insect destroyers - popularly called fumigators - the well-known Raptor, Fumitox, Raid, etc.
How does it work?
It's simple - the device, connected to electricity, heats a plate soaked in insecticide. The insects die within half an hour. One plate will protect you for approximately 8-18 hours. Liquid fumigators work on the same system, only instead of a plate there is a bottle of liquid. It is already designed for 45 nights, and this is its advantage.
How to choose?
Fumigators are substances from the group of pyrethroids - slightly toxic compounds. Two types of insecticides are used: prallethrin (aka Etok) and esbiotrin.
Esbiotrin is a substance of the previous generation, prallethrin is of the latest generation, and is a synthetic analogue of an extract from Dolmatian chamomile. It is better to choose fumigants based on prallethrin; esbiotrin requires a higher concentration than prallethrin. Another argument in favor modern drug- this is what is used in children's fumigants, as they are safer (these are commercially available).
Cons
Fumigators today are the most effective protection in an apartment or house. But buyers often forget that fumigants have rules. safe operation. One fumigator is designed for a room area of approximately 12 square meters.
The correct way to use it is this: turn it on in a room where there are no people, wait half an hour, then ventilate it, and only then can you be in that room.
Our people turn it on literally over their heads all night long.
Remember that you cannot use vaporizing insecticides if there are children, pregnant or lactating women, or people with respiratory diseases in the room. Do not use the fumigator indoors with closed windows. Try not to turn on the fumigator all night, but only for an hour or two, until the mosquitoes are completely destroyed.
Another thing is that sleeping with the windows closed in the summer heat is difficult. And the choice is this - either breathe fumigants all night, or wake up periodically at night to turn the fumigator on and off.
Price
Fumigators with plates - 40-100 rubles. (depending on the manufacturer). There are also universal electric fumigators in which you can use both plates and bottles. Their cost is 120-250 rubles.
Street fumigators
Another type of fumigators are street candles and pyrotechnic spirals. They are convenient for use in places where there is no electricity (on a picnic, while fishing). They, like fumigators, act on the principle of smoldering insecticide.
Minus
Price
Depending on the type, they smolder for 8-10 hours, evaporating the insecticide. Price: 25-50 rubles per set of spirals. Candles (they are special, large) - from 50 to 200 rubles.
Personal weapon
Perhaps the most successful new product of recent times, the ThermaCELL Mosquito Repellent anti-mosquito device, works on the principle of a fumigator.
This is a device personal protection against mosquitoes and midges, intended for use in open areas (in the forest, in the country, while fishing, etc.).
How does it work
According to the principle of operation, the small ThermaCELL device resembles a familiar household fumigator, with the difference that gas (gas microburner) is used to heat the plate with the repellent substance. No batteries required.
The plates used in ThermaCELL are also different from the plates used in household fumigators. Fumigator plates, as mentioned above, kill mosquitoes. The plates included in the ThermaCELL kit contain repellents. Specifically, it is allethrin, a similar natural repellent found in chrysanthemum flowers. Allethrin is 98% effective against mosquitoes, midges and midges. The substance is very unpleasant with its smell to insects, and is practically not felt by humans, and most importantly, it is harmless to people. The plate spreads a protective cloud around a person about 4.5 meters. And what’s also important is that allethrin is more effective even at low concentrations of this substance in the air.
How to choose?
How does it work?
The operating principle of this lamp is simple: ultraviolet radiation The lamps should attract insects. Flying up to the lamp, the mosquito lands on a metal grid under electrical voltage and dies from the current discharge. This device should also save buyers from flies and moths within a radius of 30 to 100 meters, and fight moths in the apartment.
Minuses
Mosquitoes are not butterflies; they are not attracted to light. Moreover, they avoid him. Even if you try to justify the device by saying that it emits heat, which attracts mosquitoes, then the heat is not enough for them, the lamp does not smell like a person. And even if you place this lamp next to you, the mosquito will fly not to it, but to you.
But such a lamp can help against flies, butterflies, and moths.
Price
A trap lamp costs from 1000 to 8000 rubles.
Cunning trap: complete imitation
Carbon dioxide street mosquito traps are a completely different matter. They do not repel mosquitoes, but attract them.
As already said, mosquitoes fly due to three components - heat, carbon dioxide and the smell of sweat.
The operating principle of such traps is based on simulating these manifestations of human activity.
The device emits heat of 30-40 degrees, carbon dioxide (imitation of human breathing) and odor attractants (the substance octenol, which is produced from animal fats and smells like concentrated sweat to mosquitoes).
How does it work?
The device consists of two main parts - a mosquito net with a fan and a mini propane tank.
A propane cylinder connected to the device provides energy for the autonomous operation of the mosquito killer. Also, when propane is burned, a warm and moist mixture of carbon dioxide is produced, simulating human breathing, which attracts blood-sucking insects. The carbon dioxide is distributed around the installation by the fan - and then by the wind. Near the fan, on the spout of the device, there is an octenol tablet. Its smell for humans is the smell of mushrooms, and for mosquitoes, the octenol distributed by the fan is simply an irresistible aroma of a large crowd of “tasty” people. Then everything is simple - mosquitoes fly towards the flow of CO2, and they are sucked into the net of the installation, like dust inside a vacuum cleaner. Inside the installation, isolated from the outside world, mosquitoes become dehydrated and die.
A carbon dioxide trap can rid an area of 10 to 40 acres of blood-sucking insects (mosquitoes and midges) (depending on how open it is - the more buildings and trees, the smaller the radius)
The device is silent, completely harmless and safe.
Minuses
This device is very effective - it catches up to 95% of mosquitoes and midges in the area. Negative reviews users' information about it is often based on ignorance of the operating features of the device and the life cycle of mosquitoes.
Please note that
Firstly, the minimum effectiveness of the trap is achieved 3-4 days after the start of work. That is, if you bought it, came to the dacha, turned it on - and mosquitoes bite - you shouldn’t be surprised. Mosquitoes flock to the trap gradually - first the closest ones, then, under the influence of the wind, more distant insects are lured from your area.
Secondly, the maximum effectiveness of these traps is achieved after 3 weeks. That is, having caught all the adults, the trap must wait for the new generation and lure it too. After this, there is no one else to lay eggs, mosquitoes do not appear.
Thirdly, the trap must operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, throughout the entire mosquito season - from spring to late summer. And not just on the weekend when you arrived at the dacha.
Previous generation traps were connected to electricity. Many models did not use bait tablets. It was both inconvenient and ineffective.
The new generation of traps operates autonomously, using propane. The units are designed for use in the sun and in the rain; gas cylinders cannot explode. Because there is no open fire, there is a system of micro-ignitions from batteries, so to speak, smoldering.
Price
From 25 to 50 thousand rubles. More simple models traps, for example, operating from the network, cost about 25 thousand rubles.
New generation traps, which are completely autonomous, cost from 39 to 50 thousand rubles.
The installation maintenance cycle is every 3 weeks. At this frequency, you need to change the propane cylinder (25-27 l) and the bait tablet.
An octinol tablet costs 1.5 thousand rubles, refilling a gas cylinder costs 400 rubles. You also need a can of compressed air to blow out the soot cylinder burner once every 3 weeks - another 500 rubles. In total, monthly maintenance will cost approximately 3 thousand rubles. For three summer months - about 10 thousand rubles.
Maintenance and replacement are simple, it takes 3-5 minutes. There are many videos on the Internet that show in detail how to do this.
The most famous brands, producing carbon dioxide traps: Mosquito Magnet, Electrofrog(Russian manufacturer), SkeeterVac etc.
The editors would like to thank Konstantin Podlesnykh, the director of the online store site in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region, and mosquito specialist Roman Zhakhovsky for their assistance in preparing the material.
Gimlet rule
Many people are surprised how mosquitoes penetrate through a mosquito net and crawl into the smallest cracks. The fact is that these insects can fold their legs and literally screw themselves into the smallest hole. You can increase the effectiveness of such a mesh by applying a repellent aerosol to it.
Bracelets for summer
Another new product is anti-mosquito bracelets. Designed to repel mosquitoes. They work by impregnating them with aromatic oils.
Do they help? They help. But not all of them, only branded ones. And they provide protection very locally.
You should only buy bracelets that are sold in opaque sealed silver packaging. When exposed to light and air, they lose their properties.
Check the expiration date. And store it in an airtight container.
The validity period of the bracelet is 200 hours.
I can cause allergies. They cost from 150 to 300 rubles.
Area treatment
There is another way to fight mosquitoes - treating your summer cottage with chemical and special biological solutions.
The biological additive blocks the digestion of the larvae and prevents them from developing into mosquitoes.
This solution forms an invisible film on water, trees, and grass. Harmless for people and animals. Efficiency - 70%. Another thing is that such a film will last until the first rain, then processing is needed again. Cost - depending on the area of the site - up to 15 thousand rubles.
A note from mosquito specialist Roman Zhakhovsky.
Lyubov Suslova did not mention another interesting, new, and, most importantly, effective means of combating insects in the room, including mosquitoes. A wonderful remedy, from the English bug - beetle and salt - salt. Those. a gun that shoots insects with table salt.
The principle of operation of the gun is simple: salt is poured into a special tank, by jerking the bolt, the air in a special internal chamber is compressed and the shot is activated by releasing the trigger. Salt under air pressure flies out of the Bugasalt barrel at a distance of up to 1 meter and hits the enemy’s wings. In this case, no batteries are required, less than one gram of salt escapes, the victim does not smear on the wallpaper and does not stain anything, and an accidental shot at a person will not cause any bodily harm. The Bug-a-salt was primarily designed to shoot house flies for fun. But what prevents you from shooting mosquitoes?
The best mosquito repellent outdoors and in the apartment
The joy of the warm season is often overshadowed by troubles associated with insect bites. Various products against mosquitoes, midges, horseflies on the skin and clothes help to avoid them. The main thing is to choose the most effective and safe drug for both children and adults.
Types of effective mosquito repellents
There are two types of insect control products:
- fumigants;
- repellents.
Fumigants are designed to destroy bloodsuckers, and repellents are only intended to repel. Fumigants are used indoors and outdoors, while repellents are used primarily outdoors. An aerosol against mosquitoes, midges, and horseflies can scare them away for several hours.
Repellent means of protection against all bloodsuckers are available in different forms: sprays, aerosols, creams, lotions, pencils. The most popular are insect repellent sprays. They can be applied to both skin and clothing, especially since there are mosquito and tick repellents for clothing, the effect of which can last for several days.
Most sprays today are made with DEET.. The protective properties of repellents depend on the concentration of this substance in their composition. The most effective product is considered to be one that contains approximately 30% DEET. But mosquito repellents for children from 2 years to twelve years old should contain no more than 15% DEET. If the child is under two years old, then it is better to use repellents based on natural essential oils.
The principle of operation of mosquito repellent creams and gels is the same as that of sprays, but the difference is that they are not sprayed, but rubbed on the skin. Their active ingredient in most cases is also DEET. The less popularity of these products is due to the fact that their application to the skin takes longer than spraying an aerosol. But mosquito repellent cream and milk for children and adults are recommended to be used when it is necessary to protect the skin not only from insect bites, but also from sunlight.
Nuances of choosing mosquito repellent for children under one year old and adults
As experience shows, it is better to buy a remedy for mosquito bites for children from 1 year of age and adults, which is in high demand and has a lot of positive feedback on various forums. If a product sells out quickly, it means it is truly the best and can effectively protect the skin from insect bites. But When buying it, you should definitely study the composition, and especially if you need a cream or spray balm against mosquito bites for children over 1 year old.
The label must indicate what is being used. active substance and its concentration. The method of applying the repellent depends on this: on the skin, on clothing, or on the body and clothing. When applied to clothing, the toxic effect of any repellent is minimized, so in most cases, mosquito spray for children over 2 years of age is applied exclusively to clothing.
It is also necessary to take into account that water-based insect repellents allow the skin to breathe, but they protective functions ends quite quickly. The best oil-based mosquito repellents last a long time. They are much harder to wash off with water, so they are not afraid of any rain.
The review includes products from the following brands:
- Gardex– under this brand, products are produced to protect against insects for all family members. The Gardex team of specialists develops innovative products year after year, improving the composition and expanding the range of their products;
- Data– repellent products under this brand have been produced in our country since 1969, so more than one generation has already verified their effectiveness. The modern DEET range offers a variety of products adapted for different categories of people and situations;
- SC Johnson– family American company, which today is the world leader in the production of products household chemicals. For more than a hundred years, it has been producing wonderful products that make our lives much easier, and our homes cleaner and safer;
- Mosquitall– extensive production experience, the use of its own innovative chemical and biological developments and global scientific experience have made this brand a true professional in insect control. The diversity of its assortment allows you to choose effective remedy to protect against insects, both adults and children;
- My Sunshine– produces safe, natural products for children. The products of this brand contain a complex of natural extracts and fully take into account the age characteristics of young citizens;
- Reftamide– the products of this brand are different high quality and is in great demand in our country. It is produced by the Novosibirsk association "Sibiar". This company has been successfully operating for more than 40 years and is the largest manufacturer of household chemicals in Russia.
The best remedies for mosquitoes, midges, horseflies and ticks for people
Aerosol against mosquitoes, midges, horseflies Gardex Extreme
Aerosol repellent Gardex Extreme provides protection against mosquito bites, horseflies, ixodid ticks, midges and mosquitoes for quite a long time, so it is great for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The aerosol can be applied to both skin and clothing. When applying this product to the skin, protection against insect bites will last for at least 7-8 hours, and when applied to clothing – up to five days.
The repellent can be applied to the skin no more than once a day.. To avoid getting the aerosol into the respiratory tract or eyes, it is recommended to spray it first onto the palm of your hand and then apply it to open areas of the body. It should be sprayed onto clothing from a distance of 10-20 cm. Before applying insect repellent, clothing should be removed, thoroughly processed, dried, and then put on.
The aerosol can also be applied to equipment made from natural fabrics and shoes. Contact with the treated surface paralyzes the insect and it stops biting. Price – from 280 rubles per bottle of 80 ml.
Pros:
- long period of validity;
- protection not only from mosquitoes, but also from other insects;
- Possibility of application to clothing.
Minuses:
- some users note that the action time of the product is much shorter than stated by the manufacturer.
Deta repellent for biting insects
Deta provides reliable protection against mosquitoes, horseflies, midges and ticks for six hours. This product is produced in a convenient bottle with a spray, so it is very easy to apply both to the skin and clothing. It is made on a water basis. Due to the absence of alcohol in the composition, Deta aerosol does not dry out the skin after application and does not leave stains on clothes.
The effective action of Deta aerosol provides the presence in its composition of a natural repellent – fir oil, the smell of which blood-sucking insects cannot stand. The effect of this repellent is purely repellent. Mosquitoes, midges and other insects classified as midges will fly nearby, but will not land on your skin.
To provide effective protection against ticks, Deta spray should be applied to clothing. Items of clothing should be treated until lightly dampened, paying special attention to those areas directly adjacent to the wrists, ankles and neck. Price – from 180 rubles per bottle of 100 ml.
Pros:
- lack of alcohol in the composition;
- low cost.
SC Johnson Mosquito Repellent Off! Family
The highly effective formula of SC Johnson Off! Family guarantees reliable protection for a person against bites of mosquitoes, mosquitoes, midges, midges, fleas, horse flies and other blood-sucking insects.
When applied to the skin, the spray protects against insects for three hours, and on clothing for up to ten days. Besides skin and clothes, it can be used to process nets and curtains on windows, canopies, tents and other fabric equipment.
The repellent is made on the basis of DEET (diethyltoluamide) - chemical substance, toxic to insects. In addition to DEET, it also contains alcohol, softener, and essential oils. SC Johnson Off! Family effectively repels flying insects that feed on human blood.
Pros:
- good protection against various types of blood-sucking insects;
- Possibility of application to both skin and clothing;
- attractive price.
Remedy after mosquito bites to prevent itching
Balm after insect bites Gardex Baby for children from 1 year
Very often, redness, swelling, itching, burning and even allergic reactions appear on the skin after insect bites. All these symptoms are quite unpleasant, especially for children, whose skin is much more delicate and more susceptible to irritants.
Gardex Baby balm will help eliminate the unpleasant consequences of various insect bites. This the product has a cooling effect and very effectively eliminates various skin irritations.
The balm contains extracts of string, chamomile and mint, thanks to which irritation and itching go away very quickly. In addition, these extracts stimulate skin cell renewal, so wounds heal much faster. The tannins of the string have a bactericidal effect, and mint essential oil has a cooling effect on the affected areas of the skin. Gardex Baby balm can also be used after contact with jellyfish, nettles or sunburn. Price – from 220 rubles per 7 ml package.
Pros:
- instantly cools, relieves itching and irritation;
- stimulates the renewal of epidermal cells, which promotes rapid healing of wounds;
- the presence of natural components in the composition of the product.
Among the disadvantages is the high cost.
Spray balm Mosquitall First aid after mosquito bites
Mosquitall First aid after bites is spray balm designed to relieve the effects of insect bites. It soothes the skin, quickly and carefully relieves irritation and inflammation. This product contains allantoin, which has an anti-inflammatory effect, and it also relieves pain and helps restore the skin.
The structure of skin cells is restored by provitamin B5 (d-panthenol), which also perfectly moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Due to the content of silver ions, Mosquitall spray balm has a pronounced bactericidal effect. This remedy can also be used after contact with jellyfish, nettles, and for sun and other thermal burns. Price – from 180 rubles per bottle of 50 ml.
Pros:
- Thanks to the cooling effect, it instantly soothes the skin;
- quickly eliminates itching and irritation;
- promotes the disappearance of redness;
- has a regenerating effect;
- effective for sunburn, as well as after contact with jellyfish or nettles.
Mosquito repellents for children under 1 year of age and older
Mosquito spray for children My Sunshine
Mosquito bites cause unpleasant redness, itching and burning on a child's skin, which can create great discomfort.
Moe Solnyshko mosquito repellent spray is designed specifically for children aged 1 to 12 years. Its balanced composition helps protect the child's skin from mosquito bites, midges, and midges. Horseflies and other flying insects.
The cream has a soft, pleasant aroma. It is based on biorepellent IR 3535, which is very effective in fighting insects, but is completely safe for children and can be used even for one-year-old babies. The spray provides protection for two hours. After this time, it can be reapplied, but no more than twice a day. Price – from 160 rubles per bottle of 100 ml.
Pros:
- hypoallergenic;
- efficiency;
- safety;
- Can be applied to both skin and clothing.
Gardex mosquito repellent spray for children over two years old
Gardex mosquito repellent spray for children is produced taking into account the characteristics of delicate children's skin and provides reliable protection against various flying blood-sucking insects. It contains two active components - DEET and alphacypermethrin., which provide maximum protection against insects, and thanks to calendula and chamomile extracts, the child’s skin will always be well hydrated and cared for.
Gardex spray can be applied to the child's skin or clothing, as well as to mosquito nets, curtains and other fabric products. When applied to the skin, the drug provides protection against insects for two hours, and on clothing for up to five days. The product should be sprayed on clothes in the open air and from a distance of 20-30 cm. To protect exposed areas of the child’s body, the mother should first apply the spray to her palm, and then to the baby’s skin. Price – from 220 rubles per 100 ml can.
Pros:
- hypoallergenic;
- contains plant extracts that care for the skin;
- safety;
- Can be applied to both clothing and skin.
Mosquitall mosquito repellent milk Gentle protection for children
Mosquitall Milk Gentle protection for children has a repellent effect against mosquitoes, midges, midges and midges, therefore, it is able to reliably protect a child from the bites of blood-sucking flying insects while walking outdoors.
This milk contains plant extracts that provide not only protection for delicate and sensitive baby skin, but also excellent care.
The ecological basis of this milk makes it absolutely safe for the child’s body.. At the same time, it has a pleasant smell, does not create a sticky feeling on the skin and does not leave greasy marks on clothes. The duration of action of Mosquitall Gentle Protection mosquito repellent milk is two hours. After this period, it can be reapplied, but no more than twice a day. Price – from 120 rubles per bottle of 100 ml.
Pros:
- contains plant extracts that provide the skin not only protection, but also care;
- light, pleasant aroma;
- does not contain parabens;
- attractive price.
Effective mosquito repellents
Aerosol against mosquitoes and ticks NATURIN N002
Aerosol repellent NATURIN N002 is intended to protect humans from blood-sucking flying insects (gnats, midges, midges), as well as from fleas, forest and taiga ticks, which are carriers of pathogens of many dangerous diseases. The formula of this spray consists of an active component and natural essential oils of geranium and juniper - natural insect “repellents” that are very effective in dealing with annoying and sometimes dangerous insects.
The aerosol is applied by spraying onto clothing. Before use, the spray can must be shaken well and the stream directed at the product from a distance of 20-30 cm. Clothes must first be removed and treated in the open air until lightly moistened.
To protect against fleas and ticks, areas of clothing located near the ankles, hands and neck should be treated especially carefully. After treatment, clothes should be kept for two hours and worn only over underwear. Price – from 170 rubles per bottle of 100 ml.
Pros:
- long period of validity. The aerosol provides protection against mosquitoes for 5 days, and against ticks for up to 15 days;
- protection not only from mosquitoes, but also from other blood-sucking insects;
- attractive price.
Mosquito and tick repellent Reftamid Maximum 3 in 1
Reftamide Maximum 3 in 1 is a highly effective, universal spray to protect people from bites of mosquitoes, midges, ticks and other blood-sucking insects. The product can be applied to skin, clothing, mosquito nets, curtains and other fabric products.. When applied to the skin, Reftamide Maximum provides protection against insects for four hours, and on clothing for up to 5 days.
Before use, shake the canister and spray the aerosol first onto the palm of your hand, and then apply, without rubbing, onto the skin of exposed parts of the body. Clothes should be treated until lightly damp, after removing them. Re-processing of clothing is allowed no earlier than after 3-5 days. The product can be applied to the skin no more than once a day. Price – from 150 rubles per 147 ml can.
Pros:
- Possibility of application to both skin and clothing;
- effective protection against blood-sucking insects of various types;
- attractive price.
An overview of mosquito repellents and blood-sucking insects is shown in the video:
In addition to itchy bites, mosquitoes and midges can be more dangerous. A mosquito can carry various blood diseases on its proboscis, and intoxication with midge poison disrupts the functioning of the heart, even to the point of cardiac arrest. Insects select their victims by smell. They are attracted to carbon dioxide, which is released during respiration. The smells of sweat, alcoholic beverages, perfumes, and cosmetics act as a lure. They are especially active in the morning and evening hours, when it is not hot and there is no bright sun. During the day they hide in the grass.
When a mosquito bites, it injects a special enzyme into the blood that temporarily numbs the tissue around it and also prevents blood clotting. In addition to itchy marks, encountering mosquitoes can lead to more unpleasant consequences:
- culicidosis - even from one bite severe swelling, a rash develops, the temperature rises, and breathing becomes difficult;
- at numerous bites signs of poisoning appear - nausea, vomiting, Quincke's edema, which may be accompanied by asphyxia - death from suffocation is possible.
However, the incubation period of some diseases extends for several months. It will take a long time for it to manifest itself, and when diagnosing a rare disease, doctors have difficulties. In addition, antibiotics are useless against protozoa, viruses, and helminths carried by mosquitoes.
Midges, unlike mosquitoes, do not pierce the skin, but cut it. At the same time, an anesthetic-anticoagulant is also injected, and their poison has hemolytic properties. The itching from their bites is very painful and intensifies over time. If there are many bites, some people develop symptoms of poisoning:
- heat;
- hyperemia;
- the appearance of papules on the surface of the skin;
- the occurrence of tachycardia;
- violation of the adequacy of reactions and coordination of movements.
How to deal with bloodsuckers
Insects lay larvae in water and hide in the grass. Therefore, the first thing you need to do on vacation is to empty the containers of water and stay away from tall thickets. The easiest way is to purchase aerosols and other insect repellents and periodically treat clothing or skin. What if the city forgot about it, but on vacation or at the dacha there is no access to the store? Proven means will come to the rescue.
Vanillin cream
To prepare it you need to take any cream, the cheapest “Children’s” will do. Squeeze the contents of the tube into a container, pour in a bag of vanillin and mix.
Insects do not even try to sit on areas of the body that are smeared with the mixture. This is due not only to the aroma of vanillin. The viscous consistency of the cream prevents them from capturing the smell of the skin. Some people won't like the oily, sticky feel of their skin. But it's better than being bitten.
You can dilute a bag of vanillin in 300 ml of water and periodically spray yourself with this solution. But you will have to do this very often, because... the liquid quickly evaporates from clothing and skin.
"Star"
In addition to its analgesic and vasodilating effects, the drug is a wonderful repellent. The composition contains essential fragrant essential oils: clove, cinnamon, mint, eucalyptus and camphor. This complex repels insects well. However, the product has many disadvantages:
- thermonuclear smell that “suffocates”;
- possible accidental application to mucous membranes and their burning;
- should not be used by children under three years of age and people who are intolerant to any of the oils;
- short action due to volatile composition.
Interesting!
It is better to use the product while relaxing in nature, otherwise the smell will give you a headache very quickly. When working on summer cottage It should be applied a little at a time to the wrists and ankles. This will be enough for 2-3 hours to prevent insect bites.
If the balm is not suitable or you don’t have it on hand, you can use an aroma lamp with some fragrant essential oil. The concentration of aroma will be less, but the cloud will still partially repel insects.
Lemon with cloves
Another trick for masking human body odor. We cut the lemon into two halves, trimming it a little so that they stand evenly, and stick dry clove buds into the pulp. The smell is not intense, but it repels insects.
The product is effective until the lemon dries out. Therefore, you will have to stock up on citrus. In addition, it will only protect you from insects indoors, for example, at night in the country or in a tent outdoors.
If bitten
Traditionally, the simplest and most effective remedy for itchy bites is water solution baking soda. It is prepared at the rate of 1–2 tablespoons per glass of warm water. Wipe the bite areas every few hours. You can apply a compress to large areas by dipping gauze into the solution.
If there is a hyperreaction, you can take an antihistamine, following the recommended dosage. If symptoms of intoxication develop rapidly, you must contact the nearest medical facility.
When choosing a repellent, study the conditions for its use and contraindications. What works well outdoors can lead to poisoning indoors. Anti-bite creams are the most effective because they help eliminate main reason attacks by bloodsuckers - body odor.
Along with the arrival of the long-awaited warmth, blood-sucking insects inevitably appear, from which you cannot hide either in the sun or in the shade. Wherever a person goes - hunting or fishing, for berries or mushrooms, to a lake, to a forest, to a clearing, to a garden - these creatures are waiting for him everywhere. So without good remedy There is nothing to do against mosquitoes and midges in nature, because you won’t be able to relax or work normally!
And so that the summer is not spoiled by annoying buzzing bloodsuckers, you need to take care of reliable protection yourself and your loved ones.
Aerosols: instant effect
Various sprayers have always been very popular tiny particles mosquito repellent composition. This is easy to explain - this product is applied without problems, quickly, and you don’t need to smear anything with your palms. On store shelves you can find dozens of different cans of liquefied gas, this is an aerosol or spray. The main difference between them is that some are water-based, while others are oil-based.
The latter are more effective than the former because they provide longer-lasting protection, last better and are not washed off by sweat and rain. Also, aerosols can be intended exclusively for treating clothes and things, or they contain a more gentle composition and therefore can be applied directly to the body.
- See our review-rating of the most effective sprays and aerosols against mosquitoes and midges
In any case, before you buy, let alone start using, an aerosol product, you need to carefully read the instructions for its use. A product that can be safely recommended for purchase -
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Aerosol UltraThon
guarantees up to 8 hours of protection against ticks, midges and mosquitoes, and is a real salvation from all this insatiable flock in the lap of nature. One such 200-gram bottle costs about 700 rubles, and is enough for a long period of use.
Order now for RUR 695
What is special about this tool:
- 25 percent DEET content;
- It is made according to unique technology TimeRelise, that is, it contains a special polymer that not only prevents the DEET substance from evaporating, but also strengthens and prolongs its effect is up to 8 hours;
- This is a reliable shield against numerous flying insects.
Lotion - gentle protection
A more delicate remedy for mosquitoes in nature is lotion, which can be in the form of milk, spray, or even have a dry consistency. But regardless of this, the composition is applied not to clothing or ammunition, but directly to the body. A great example of this group is
UltraThon lotion with applicator
The lotion provides up to 12 hours of protection against ticks, midges and mosquitoes. This emulsion costs 575 rubles. It features the same TimeRelise feature, which explains such long-lasting protection. The composition contains 34.4% DEET.
Buy now for 575 rubles
Among other things, this lotion has a lot of advantages:
- Long term of use – up to 5 years;
- Reliable protection for many hours. Laboratory proven effect of the product in different conditions V different parts light, action lasts up to 15.5 hours;
- The emulsion formula is so stable that even after 5 freezing cycles, the sample does not undergo any changes after thawing.
Products for children
Young members of our families need increased protection, since the child’s body reacts especially negatively and violently to mosquito bites. Such products have the most gentle composition, do not have a strong odor in any way, and can be safely applied to delicate and allergy-prone skin, including adult skin.
Mosquitall cream “Gentle protection for children. For walks"
With this cream you can spend the whole summer outside the home, because in the park, in nature, outside the city, by the lake, in the countryside, it will be much more interesting and useful for your child to while away his holidays. 30 ml of this product will cost no more than 150 rubles; it has the following composition:
- 10% IR3535;
- Seed extract;
- Depanthenol;
- Aplantoin
Buy now for 143 rubles
In fact, this is a BIO repellent, since it is particularly safe from other similar samples and is free from parabens. Its action lasts up to two hours. Even if the insect has already bitten, the cream will help eliminate itching and irritation, relieve inflammation and avoid swelling, and speed up healing.
- The entire line of mosquito repellents from this manufacturer can be found at the link -
The skin will not only be reliably protected from all kinds of nasties, but also moisturized, it is guaranteed comprehensive care, a pleasant aroma and no stickiness. All this allows you to use this type protection for children over one year of age.
Smart bracelets
Relatively recently, know-how has appeared on the market to help avoid insect bites - colored and bright, colorful and playful bracelets. You can put them on both wrists and ankles, especially if they have a strong smell, put them indoors or attach them to clothes or a purse. The annotations promise the same protection as when using conventional sprays, creams and aerosols, with the only difference being that the skin will not come into contact with the chemical composition.
In this regard, the best mosquito repellent for children in nature is probably -
Korean mosquito repellent bracelet BUGSLOCK.
The anti-mosquito bracelet is a unique insect repeller, weighs only 3 grams and has a compact size, therefore it is imperceptible on the body and does not cause any inconvenience. This is a real salvation for married couples with children, pregnant women, people with sensitive skin and illnesses respiratory system, allergy sufferers.
The product is made of non-toxic natural materials, namely microfiber, does not have a sharp or unpleasant odor, is simple and convenient to use, safe for both the owner and the environment.
And most importantly - it works! A long-term repellent effect of up to 24 hours is achieved thanks to a natural repellent - lavender and citronella oils. If there is no need for constant protection from mosquitoes, then the bracelet is simply put away in the included aluminum box, in which it retains its properties. In this case, one copy may even be enough for the entire summer season.
Mosquito repellers
Individual repellers will help you completely forget about annoying insects and enjoy outdoor activities. There are many devices on the market, but from the huge variety, we can really recommend a product that has been tested by time and reviews from thousands of customers -
Thermacell repeller
The cost of the device is not small - about 2000 rubles. This repeller is good for its mobility; it can be installed in any place without any problems and thus will not allow a single bloodsucker to approach people. closer than 20 sq. m.
The principle of operation of the device is similar to, with the only difference that it does not require power and releases much more repellent into environment.
A plate impregnated with allethrin is inserted into the repeller, which is heated by the operation of a gas cartridge; the latter is compact in size and can be easily replaced after 12 hours when it is empty.
Allethrin- this is a substance similar to the natural insecticide of chrysanthemum; when it gets into the air, it forms a cloud over the recreation area, through which mosquitoes, midges and flies cannot break through. The repellent itself is safe and invisible to humans and animals, it does not contain chemicals, the device operates silently and does not stain anything.
Lamp protection
For group camping holidays, trips with a large family, work or friendly team, the most effective mosquito repellent in nature is
Mosquito lamp Trailblazer Camp Lantern
The sample price is about 6,200 rubles, produced in China. The lamp runs on a propane-butane mixture and 4 AA batteries, suspended in convenient location using a clip fastening. So for 20 sq. m. will not only be comfortable in the absence of mosquitoes, but also light for 10 hours at maximum power and up to 50 hours at low operating mode.
Buy now for RUR 6,195
- Effective protection area - 20 m2 (cloud 4.5 by 4.5 meters)
- Batteries - Type D batteries (4 pcs)
- Lamp brightness - 300 Lum.
- 4 operating modes: High, Medium, Low, SOS
- Consumables (3 repellent sheets + 1 butane cartridge) - enough for 12 hours of continuous operation
For the stronger half
Fishermen and hunters will be protected in the lap of nature by the men's anti-encephalitis suit "Taiga" ("fog"), impregnated. For 5,855 rubles, its owner receives 100% protection from midges and mosquitoes, as well as ticks, will help you feel comfortable during sudden changes in weather, and will not let moisture and wind in.
In the photo there is a male model of the Taiga suit (check out model range and order)
The advantages of this particular model are its loose fit and lightness, so it will not burden or hinder movement. The weight of the suit is less than 1 kg. The cut is thought out to the smallest detail, the fasteners have double protection, and high-use areas are provided with special protection against rapid wear. The folds are treated with a special compound, so a tick caught on such a surface is doomed to death.
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Mega insect extermination
Both outside and indoors, for processing large areas, up to 300 sq. m. universal domestic insecticides are excellent smoke bombs“Quiet Evening” from mosquitoes, bedbugs and other insects.
When using this insecticide, a large amount of repellent is released into the environment, the active ingredient of which is permethrin with a long residual effect and a low-toxic effect for warm-blooded animals.
In the photo there is a Quiet Evening checker (more details )
Even the most inaccessible places will be completely processed, and there is no need to involve specialists or use complex technical means. Active substance remains at the treatment site for up to 2 weeks During this time, the complete death of all insects is achieved.
Processing of household plots
For summer residents and gardeners there is even more optimal solution– . Reviews of mosquito repellents prove that with this device you can forget about insects for the whole summer; its action is sufficient for an area of up to 45 acres (4500 m2).
The principle of operation of such installations is simple - the device, by burning propane, produces a moist, warm cloud of CO2, which imitates the breathing of a group of people, which attracts mosquitoes. Insects fly up to the device, after which they are sucked inside by a powerful fan and end up in a settling container.
Pictured is the Mosquito Magnet mosquito killer
This system for exterminating insect populations operates autonomously using a catalytic energy generator, on propane cylinders, and does not require connection to electrical network. The latter allows you to use the trap not only in an area away from your house or garden, but also far into the deep forest to protect a tent camp. The weight of the system is 15 kg 900 g, for convenience there are wheels.
The cost of such a unit is quite high - from 39,000 rubles, but considering the area the shredder can serve, the price is well justified.
- See ours from 20 to 50 acres (2000-5000 sq.m.)
Insects can be killed different ways, for some the price will be a priority in this matter, for others convenience and safety are more important. Which mosquito repellents are best for outdoor use is up to everyone to decide for themselves, but this review will help you make the right choice.
