The best mosquito and midge repellents

Mosquito repellents become especially popular with the onset of heat. Funds are divided into 2 large groups - based on insecticides, natural ingredients. The first drugs contain the same active component, only in different concentrations, so their actions are similar.

The composition of insecticidal repellents

The active component is the substance DETA in different variations. It was originally used to protect the military from insects in the field. After 10 years, the insecticide was officially registered, a wave of production of insecticides began, and continues to this day.

DETA - a toxic substance that causes blocking of nerve impulses in mosquitoes, muscle paralysis, death. Belongs to the 3rd class of moderately hazardous substances for humans. In a small dosage, it does not affect the well-being of a person or his state of health.

Important!

When applied to the skin, the substance can cause an allergic reaction in the form of redness, rash, swelling, itching, burning. Before starting active use, a sensitivity test must be performed. Apply a small amount of the product to the elbow bend, observe your own feelings, the condition of the skin for an hour.

Contraindication is individual intolerance, high sensitivity of the skin, pregnancy, breastfeeding, children under 3 years old.

The composition of natural repellents

The active substance is a natural insecticide - feverfew or etoc. Both components are obtained from a special type of mountain chamomile. Mosquito repellent acts similarly to chemicals - it causes muscle paralysis, death. Absolutely safe for humans. Included in baby products from mosquitoes to a year and other insects.

Natural repellents are based on essential oils against mosquitoes: citronellaeucalyptus carnationslavender. Substances have a persistent smell, repel insects. From mosquitoes and midges in nature valid for 4 hours. The radius of influence is 50 cm.

Instruction manual

The rules of use are the same for all drugs with the same active ingredient.

DETA and its combinations

Processing clothes, tents, backpacks must be carried out outdoors. Use as directed only after they have completely dried. The properties of the active substance last up to 6 hours with a concentration of DETA of 30%, 4 hours - 15%. It is allowed to process no more than 3 times a day.

Spraying onto exposed skin is not recommended to prevent a high concentration of insecticide. It must be sprayed on the palm of your hand, then applied to the skin. Some repellents may be applied to the face. Means in the form of a cream are used in a minimal amount, without much rubbing. The skin can be processed no more than 2 times a day. The action lasts up to 4 hours.

Pyrethrum, essential oils

Shaped repellents spray, aerosol, cream are intended for processing clothes, exposed skin. The action lasts up to 4 hours.Drugs can be used for children from different ages.

On a note!

Especially popular are repellents in the form of bracelets, stickers on clothes, wet wipes. The fabric is impregnated with the active substance, retains properties for about 4 hours. The range is about 1 m.

The use of drugs on a natural basis is also necessary in accordance with the instructions. Processing clothes is allowed 3 times a day, skin - up to 2 times.

Every summer there are new products that try to win the attention of buyers, old proven funds do not give way, the rating of the best drugs changes every season.

Release form

Repellents are the largest group of insect repellents.

• Sprays, aerosols. Designed for the treatment of tissue surfaces, open areas of the body.
• Cream, gel, ointment. Used to treat skin.
• Pencil. It repeats the properties of previous products, differs in the form of application. Mosquito repellent used to protect human skin.
• Mosquito plates and liquid for fumigators. They are used indoors, outdoors.
• Candles, spirals. Intended mosquito repellent for outdoor use.
• Bracelets, napkins, stickers, keychains. A new generation of repellents with minimal contact for the skin.

The choice of form of the drug is an individual decision. Each of them shows high efficiency, safety when used correctly.

Rating of the most effective means

The best repellents provide reliable protection against mosquitoes, do not harm human health.

OFF SMOOTH & DRY

Spray for skin treatment. The special composition ensures uniform application of the product, quick drying. The drug creates an invisible and imperceptible film on the surface of the skin. Additional components look after the epidermis, relieve itching after bites.

The spray has a faint odor that disappears over time. Easily washed off with soapy water. It is necessary to spray from a distance of 20 cm from the work surface. The cost of the spray is 270 rubles.

Feedback

I love Off mosquito repellent. Aerosol always helps out. Feel free to go to the forest for berries, to the cottage, in the evening for a walk. Spray Off protects from mosquitoes, midges and other nastiness.

Albina, Moscow

Gardeks Extreme

A repellent spray is used to protect against insects in the wild. Provides protection for 6 hours. It is recommended to use for processing clothes, curtains on windows, doors. An excellent protective preparation for outdoor enthusiasts, fishermen, hunters. For evening walks in urban conditions, the aerosol can be picked up weaker. It is forbidden to pregnant, lactating, children under 12 years old. The price of the drug is about 400 rubles. Also have Gardeks series for children.

Feedback

Gardeks mosquito repellent - The best tool for walking through the forest with a lot of insects. Protects from mosquitoes, midges, ticks. The action lasts for 4 hours, then squirted again and enjoy nature calmly.

Tatyana, Voronezh

Moskidosis

French products. Available in the form of a spray, cream. The first is for the processing of clothing, the second for the skin. Pleasant smell, leaves no residue, stains. If clothes after processing are stored in closed plastic bags, the properties of the active substance are stored for up to 1 month.

There is a separate series of drugs for children. Allowed to use from 3 years. The composition contains additional components that soothe the skin, contribute to the rapid healing of wounds, so you can use tools for for treating mosquito bites in children. The price of the spray is 500 rubles, the cream is about 250 rubles.

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Quality products at an affordable price. Protects from insects, from mosquito bites also. It does not irritate the skin, it smells nice. I buy myself and the children.

Daria, St. Petersburg

Raptor

The company produces various repellents, but liquids and plates are very popular. Raptor Tools provide collective protection. Use fumigators indoors. They begin to act after 5 minutes of operation; they do not lose effectiveness even when the windows are open. A bottle of liquid is enough for 30 nights. Separate product line for children Nekusayka It is made on the basis of a natural insecticide - pyrethrum. Can be used for children from 3 years. The cost of the Raptor kit is about 400 rubles.

Feedback

How did you like the Raptor fumigators, now every summer with them. Only at first I bought plates, now liquid. No smell, the device works silently. We sleep with open windows, no mosquitoes. To repel mosquitoes in the country, we use Raptor to protect the territory.

Svetlana, Rostov-on-Don

Bugstop

Mosquito bracelets Bagstop for adults and children in bright colors. Can be worn on the arm, leg, the length of the accessory is adjustable using buttons. To enhance the effect, it is allowed to put on immediately 2 products on the arm and leg. You can wear no more than 8 hours in a row.

Store in closed plastic bags away from the sun. Retains properties for up to a month. Bugstop is sold in kits to protect the whole family. The active ingredient is citronella oil with a citrus flavor. The cost of one bracelet is about 200 rubles.

Feedback

The best repellent option funds for children from a year. Stylish, colorful and useful. You can safely walk the whole evening, do not carry cartridges with you, tubes of cream. Mosquitoes fly around, but do not land. More effect if you simultaneously cling to the arm, leg.

Irina, Tver

Repellent products from the following manufacturers are also popular:

• My Sunshine;
• Taiga;
• Raid;
• Mosquitol;
• Death;
• Picnic;
• Chicco.

Reviews of repellents left on the forums confirm the popularity and effectiveness of the drugs.