Suddenly a small mosquito flies from somewhere!

How to choose the best insect repellent?

The modern pharmacopoeia offers different forms of protection: gels, lotions, creams, individual or general aerosols, special pencils, tablets, evaporating liquids.

As you navigate the sea of ​​demand, remember: not every mosquito repellent is suitable for everyone. When purchasing this or that drug, read the instructions carefully. And remember what your family members are sick with.

A competent, responsible choice of a specific drug will drive away mosquitoes without harming humans.

Below we will look at 2 groups of drugs: for personal protection adults and for protection children. Therefore, there will not be a single rating, there will be two different ones, and you can choose the best drugs in each of the categories.

When setting priorities, we took user reviews and recommendations from pharmacists as a basis. Try, decide, choose.

The Best Mosquito Repellents for Adults

OZZ mosquito repellent aerosols

Champion in his category - OZZ extreme

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Not the cheapest of products (250 ml costs about $6), but very effective. Duration of action - 5-6 hours, protection - 100%. Can be applied to skin and clothing. Does not cause allergic reactions. It is especially good for people with fast metabolism, for whom other remedies quickly cease to work.

Spray OZZ

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Please note that it can ONLY be applied to the skin by adults; for children - a different preparation. Provides excellent protection for several hours, is evenly distributed over the surface of the skin, guaranteeing complete protection. You should be careful not to get it into the eyes and mucous membranes, so apply it to the face with a moistened palm.

Repellent creams OZZ

Cream OZZ 10

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For short-term protection. One application to the skin is enough for two to three hours. Ideal for delicate, sensitive skin prone to allergic reactions, for people with reduced metabolism.

Cream OZZ 18

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More potent, recommended for use in areas with large concentrations of blood-sucking insects. When applied to the body, caution is required when applied to areas of the face adjacent to the mucous membranes and eyes. Ideal for people with high metabolism. Does not cause allergic reactions. It is not recommended to use more than 3 times a day.

OZZ group lotions

Lotion OZZ

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Lotion spray OZZ

Convenient for its long working life, it lasts for 6-8 hours, you can apply it and go on a long hike or smear it on and sleep all night open terrace, in the gazebo, in the garden. Penetrates into the deep layers of the skin, which explains the duration of its effect.

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The strength of action is not inferior to other drugs. The peculiarity is that the plant components included in its composition simultaneously moisturize and nourish the skin. Very good for people with sensitive, sunburned, inflammation-prone skin.

ATTENTION! Lotion and lotion spray are two similar but different preparations. The spray lotion can be applied not only to the body, but also to clothing.

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Repellent lotions, gels and creams "Contra"

In terms of effectiveness, they are almost as good as the OZZ group, but are much more convenient to apply to the skin and do not have a pronounced pungent odor and do not stain clothes. The entire group is APPROVED AND CERTIFIED.

Contra gel

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Cheap (the cost of a tube is about 0.5 dollars) and convenient means of protection against mosquitoes.

The tube (50 ml) screws on tightly, you can carry it with you and add more as needed. The combination of excellent performance and inexpensive price makes it attractive to consumers. Well suited for people with delicate skin. Prevents skin from drying out.

Contra repellent cream

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Available in 100 ml tubes. Can be used both during the day and at night. Applied to the skin, it protects and softens it. Valid for 3-4 hours. Does not cause allergic reactions. Designed for the skin of a teenager or an adult.

Lotion-spray Contra

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Apply evenly to skin. It has a gentle effect without causing tingling. If your skin is sensitive, you can apply it to clothes; it leaves no residue. 4-6 hours is a very long exposure. There are many consumer reviews about this mosquito repellent - and not a single negative one.

Mosquito repellent "Atas"

Aerosol “Atas” 150 ml

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Designed for areas where mosquitoes are especially aggressive. It is shaken, splashed onto the palms of the hands, and then spread over all open surfaces of the body. It is made on an alcohol basis, so the next morning after a shower you need a nourishing cream. It helps a lot, it gives you the opportunity to go for a long walk or get a good night's sleep.

Lotion spray “Atas” 100 ml

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Drives away insects for five to six hours. Shake and apply directly to the skin of the body from a distance of 20-25 cm, and apply to the face with palms moistened with the preparation. Do not treat the skin around the eyes and lips. It has a pleasant smell, with a hint of cloves. Does not dry out the skin.

Mosquito repellents Off

Off mosquito spray

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Valid for 4 hours. Can be applied to the skin (preliminarily sprayed on hands and applied to open surfaces, clothing, and hair. Has a light specific smell, but protects very reliably.

Off family

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If you treat clothes with this product and hide them for 12 hours plastic bag, the protective properties of the cream will last a uniquely long time - up to thirty-six hours! The spray applied to the body will give you the opportunity to walk in open clothes, protecting for three to four hours. It is not recommended to apply more than twice a day.

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Bugs Locke mosquito repellent bracelet

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An original development based on oils of natural anti-repellents - lemon verbena, lavender, citronella (those plants whose smell repels mosquitoes). Can be worn on the arm or leg, designed for the most different sizes. Convenient when going for a walk, to a disco, or on a visit. Validity period is from 10 to 15 days. When entering the water, the bracelet must be removed. When not in use, place it in a plastic bag.

The best ways to protect children from mosquito bites and other insects

It is important not to use drugs that do not specifically indicate “for babies”, “for children’s skin”, “for early age". What serves as protection for adults can be poison for younger ones.

Gardex - spray, foam, milk, balm against mosquito bites

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All these drugs have been tested and have a certificate from the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.

Milk You can even treat babies, it is very gentle in consistency. Be sure to do a preliminary allergy test, because everything is so individual for children. Apply a little foam to the leg under the knee. If within 30 minutes the child does not worry and the skin does not turn red, you can use it.

Spray It is applied not to the baby’s body, but to the gauze canopy covering his stroller or crib. Both the child and the parents are guaranteed a good night: the smell of the spray will repel mosquitoes, and the gauze will prevent the most persistent midges from approaching the doll.

Foam lasts longer than milk. A baby may be frightened by the hissing and bubbles, but for a child older than one year, you can show yourself what it looks like and create a goodwill towards the drug. It is applied, carefully spreading over the skin in an even layer, and quickly, because it is instantly absorbed. Usually babies love the procedure of lubricating with foam, but if they are capricious, replace the foam with a spray.

Balm applied to the bite site. It quickly relieves itching and burning, calms the child and gives him the opportunity to calmly continue to play or rest. Make sure that the child does not touch the lubricated area with his hands for several minutes: if he then rubs his eye with his pen or puts his fist in his mouth, unpleasant sensations and violently expressed emotions cannot be avoided.

My sunshine is a good mosquito repellent cream for children

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Firm Avanta has released a whole series of drugs for children, including mosquito repellent cream. At the same time, it protects against midges, mosquitoes, wasps, and flies. Certified. Safe for the health of babies aged 1 year and older. Does not leave marks on clothes. The period of effective protection is 2-3 hours, quite enough time for a walk or a nap during the day. fresh air. Tested for allergy, included in the group of hypoallergenic products. Easily absorbed, moisturizes the skin.

Argus - mosquito repellent cream for children from 1.5 years old

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There is no need to rub this cream in. It is applied in dotted strokes to open areas body and evenly distributed over the surface. Convenient effect duration: up to 5 hours. Use is limited to two applications per day. Make sure that the product does not get into your baby’s eyes; if it gets in, rinse thoroughly with water. When you return with your child from a walk, give him a bath with soap or foam. If the cream is applied before night, it is absorbed without residue, and bathing is not necessary. Certified, reliable.

Off kids - effective cream against mosquitoes and midges

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The main advantage of Off kids mosquito repellent cream is its wide range of protection: against mosquitoes, mosquitoes, horseflies, midges, wasps. Another important indicator is rapid absorption and duration of exposure - up to 5 hours. In rare cases, it can cause skin irritation, so a preliminary test is necessary: ​​apply a little cream to the skin under the knee. If everything is fine within 30 minutes, you can use it. If not, use it for yourself; adults are not afraid of irritation. After applying the cream to your baby, do not forget to wash your hands with soap. After a walk, the child should be bathed with soap or foam.

Stickers are the best mosquito protection for little ones

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Harmless for babies from the age of 2 months. There is no need to glue them on the child’s body. You can attach the sticker to a hat, diaper, or stroller visor. This mosquito repellent patch consists of fabric soaked in clove and citronella oils. These essential oils, slowly evaporating, block the perception of the smell of children's skin by the sense of smell of mosquitoes and midges. Absolutely harmless for a child. Depending on the specific company, the action time varies from 3 to 5 hours. They can also be stuck on the clothes of older children, especially those who are active and therefore sweat. When letting your little one go for a walk, stick a sticker on his T-shirt - it will protect your baby.

What is the best mosquito repellent?

When using mosquito repellents, remember:

According to pharmacologists, the higher the concentration of the drug, the more dangerous the drug is to health. Therefore, avoid using insect repellents all the time. (The same applies to fumigators, they also evaporate harmful substances, which accumulate indoors. Under no circumstances plug the fumigator into an outlet next to your bed!).

The concentration of the drug is indicated on the packaging of the product. If it is above 40%, the product can harm a person. The concentration is 20-30% - for protective equipment only for adults, designed for 2-3 hours. Products with a concentration of active ingredients of 10-15% have low protection, but only they can be used by allergy sufferers, children under 3 years old, pregnant and lactating women. Try to apply potent products not to the skin, but to clothing.

Take care of your health, walk in the evenings, and with the right product, mosquitoes will not bite!

Along with the arrival of the long-awaited warmth, blood-sucking insects, 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 either 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 of tiny particles of a mosquito repellent composition have always been very popular. 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 have water base, and others - oil.

Latest more effective than the first, since 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 and especially start using aerosol product, you need to carefully read the instructions for its use. A product that can be safely recommended for purchase -

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 use.

Order now for RUR 695

What is special about this tool:

• 25 percentage DEET;
• It is made using the unique TimeRelise technology, 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 will be guaranteed comprehensive care, 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 respiratory diseases, allergy sufferers.

The product is made of non-toxic natural materials, namely microfiber, has no harsh and unpleasant odor, 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 anywhere without 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 RUB 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, zones increased exploitation are provided with special insurance against rapid wear. Folds processed special composition, therefore a tick that lands 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.

During use of this insecticidal agent is released into the environment a large number of repellent, 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. The 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 destroyed in various 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.

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, and mosquito bites are painful, their consequences are very unpleasant - severe itching, redness and swelling.

Every summer season, new products appear on sale 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 modern mosquito repellents cost?

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. From the blood it receives protein, a building material for the production of eggs. 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 do not have 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 swallow four times its own weight in blood.

Spread and sprinkle

As many people exist, so 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 by drowning out pheromones 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, aerosols against blood-sucking insects are intended for application to clothing for one simple reason - as a rule, they contain large quantity DEET than other forms of repellents.

How to choose?

Concentration toxic substance - important indicator, you definitely need to 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.

The drugs that last the longest are those containing active substance 30-40% - up to five hours. Strictly not recommended for allergy sufferers, as well as pregnant women and children.

Most short term actions - 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 to the skin thin layer, do not rub and apply this cream to damaged skin, wounds, abrasions, scratches. After a walk in nature, the product must be washed off.

Before use, be sure to check your skin for 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 evaporating, smoking or smoldering, release special chemical substances, destroying insects within the radius of action - mosquitoes and midges. Such substances block respiratory system 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 - a 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, pralletrin 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 diseases in the room respiratory tract. Do not use the fumigator in a room 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 that 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 personal protection device against mosquitoes and midges, intended for use on open area(in the forest, at the dacha, 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 it. Even if you try to justify the device by saying that it emits heat, which attracts mosquitoes, 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 mentioned, mosquitoes fly based on 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. Carbon dioxide A fan spreads around the installation - and then 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, minimum efficiency the trap is reached 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, maximum efficiency these traps are reached 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 wonder how mosquitoes get through mosquito net, 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 also store in airtight packaging.

The validity period of the bracelet is 200 hours.

I can cause allergies. They cost from 150 to 300 rubles.

Treatment of the area

There is another way to combat mosquitoes - treatment summer cottage 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?

Natural mosquito repellents are produced in the form of sprays, aerosols, creams, fumigators, small devices, and have different mechanisms of action. The active substances are insecticides, pyrethrum, essential oils, and ultrasound. They differ in duration and range. The application of each of them requires compliance with certain rules.

Products for treating clothing and fabric surfaces

Protection against mosquitoes in the open air and nature is not complete without sprays. Sold in small spray cans. The main components are insecticides, in most cases the substance DEET. When used correctly in nature, the product does not cause side effects, is allowed to be used by children and people prone to allergies.

Instructions for use:

• shake the can;
• spray the product onto the surface to be treated until it is moist from a distance of 20 cm;
• leave to dry;
• put on clothes or use bags, backpacks, tents for their intended purpose.

On a note!

In nature, mosquito repellents last from 4 to 8 hours, depending on the concentration of the active substance. At the end of this time, repeated treatment is allowed, but no more than 2 times per day.

Advantages:

• ease of use;
• relative safety;
• availability;
• efficiency;
• no side effects;
• wide range of actions.

The active components penetrate the body by contact, by air. Causes paralysis and death. It starts working immediately. Auxiliary components – fragrances, flavorings. The product smells pleasant, leaves no marks on clothes, and is completely neutralized when washed.

The best remedy against mosquitoes in nature:

• Komarex.

The products have age restrictions, information is indicated on the can. Available separately. average price spray 250 rub.

Preparations for the body in nature

How to protect yourself from mosquito attacks warm evening– use products in the form of an aerosol, lotion, gel, cream. Active ingredients: DEET insecticide, pyrethrum, geranium, lavender, eucalyptus, peppermint, lemongrass.

The products are intended for treating open areas of the skin. Before active use, a sensitivity test should be performed, especially for children.

Instructions for use:

• Spread the aerosol onto the skin and leave to dry;
• Apply cream, gel, lotion thinly, do not rub.

The action lasts a maximum of 4 hours, drugs based on natural ingredients protect against mosquitoes for no more than 2 hours. It is allowed to use the drugs again after the specified time, no more than 2 times per day.

Advantages:

• availability;
• ease of use;
• a wide range of;
• safety;
• efficiency;
• no side effects.

Famous brands produce a line of mosquito repellent products different shapes. The most effective:

• Picnic;
• Neotox Extreme;
• Data;
• Anti-mosquito;
• Mosquitol;

Checkers, spirals

An effective means for large-scale mosquito control in nature. Used in forests, near water bodies. It is recommended to use 5 days before planned outdoor activities. The active ingredients are insecticides. – a tin jar containing pressed wood impregnated with an insecticidal substance. During combustion, poison is released into the air, which spreads over a distance of 3-15 m. Maximum protection lasts 3 days, the residual effect lasts about a month.

Instructions for outdoor use:

• install on a non-flammable surface 3-5 m from the intended resting place in the direction of the wind;
• light the wick and leave it burning;
• At the end of the action time, remove the jar.

The checker burns for about 2 hours. It rises 3-15 m above the ground surface, depending on the strength of the wind, and settles on leaves and grass.

Advantages:

• fast action;
• ease of use;
• large radius of influence;
• long lasting residual effect.

Disadvantages include the destruction of other insects, not just mosquitoes, the possibility of poisoning if done incorrectly, and an unpleasant odor.

Effective checkers against mosquitoes in the forest:

• . The range is up to 5 meters, you can notice the result after 10 minutes of burning. Cost about 480 rubles.
• Scout. Repels mosquitoes, wasps, horseflies, midges. The effect extends to 3 m. Price is about 200 rubles.
• Mukhoyar. The effect is noticeable after 5 minutes of burning within a radius of 5 m. Cost 250 rubles.

On a note!

A smoke bomb allows you to escape not only from mosquitoes, but also midges, horseflies, flies, ticks, and wasps. It is actively used to clean areas near the house, around ponds, and courtyards.

How to get rid of mosquitoes in a tent

An overnight stay gives a lot of positive emotions, energizes you, and gives you a sea of ​​emotions. But all this can be ruined by small blood-sucking insects. To get rid of them, you need to take care of protection in advance. There are several ways.

• Spray the tent thoroughly. The product will act for 2-3 days.
• Light a coil in the tent and build a fire a little further outside it.
folk remedies against mosquitoes and midges in nature.

Many people look forward to summer to enjoy the sun, relaxation, long warm evenings, hikes, picnics, sunbathing on the beaches, and other pleasant moments. At this time, it’s tempting to go out into nature more often.

In the bustle of getting ready and anticipating relaxation, you can completely forget about such a problem as protection from mosquitoes. Midges, mosquitoes and other vermin can significantly spoil the positive impressions of your vacation. What if you missed out on buying a special product or you were called on a hike unexpectedly and you don’t have time to look for creams or aerosols? There are some proven methods at hand and folk recipes, which will help avoid bites and annoying “molestations” of midges.

Protection from insects in nature

There are quite a few traditional methods fight against midges, which have been successful for hundreds of years. After all, various traps, ointments, and fumigators appeared relatively recently. And our ancestors successfully fought against midges without these inventions. In addition, the available protection against mosquitoes, for the most part, involves natural means that are safe for humans.

Getting ready for the trip

When going outdoors, follow these recommendations:

• Do not wear dark or too bright clothes, as this attracts mosquitoes. The best option– pastel natural shades.
• Avoid floral perfumes, otherwise you will be tired of swatting away insects.
• The stronger the body emits a specific odor, the better the bloodsucking ones feel it. Be sure to take a shower, preferably with neutral-scented soap (for example, baby soap).
• Gnus does not like the smell of citrus fruits. If you have lemons or oranges in the house, squeeze the juice out of them and mix it with water. Pour the liquid into a spray bottle and spray yourself and clothes. Or simply rub the zest over the body.
• Essential oils of clove, juniper, lemon, anise, mint, eucalyptus, and valerian will also repel mosquitoes. Lightly apply the oil to your body and take it with you on the go.
• Mosquitoes do not like the smell of vanillin. If you have it in the house, you can dilute a little powder in water and rub the liquid on your body.

How to protect yourself from mosquitoes in nature

If you have already arrived at your destination, and only then realize that you did not take anything with you to combat insects, then the following methods are good protection against mosquitoes:

• Mosquitoes and other biting midges are frightened by pine smells. If you find nearby coniferous trees, pick a few branches and keep them close to you. You can grind a few twigs in your hand until they release juice and coat your body.
• Wormwood has the same repellent property. If you find one nearby, do the same as with coniferous branches.
• The smoke from the fire will not allow the midges to fly close. Keep the fire burning at night and camp next to the fire.
• Onions and garlic are excellent mosquito repellents. Surely there is one thing among your products. It’s not a particularly pleasant thing, but you’ll have to rub yourself with the juice squeezed from these vegetables. It's better to smell like garlic than to be bitten by mosquitoes.
• Pounded bird cherry trees give off an odor that is disgusting to midges.
• The vinegar solution will repel blood suckers (if you were planning barbecue, you probably took it with you). Make a weak solution and rub it on your skin.

All these folk recipes do their job perfectly; they are guaranteed protection against mosquitoes. In general, this issue needs to be taken seriously. After all, even one bite from a midge can cause a serious allergic reaction in a person. Of course, in the most extreme cases you will have to save yourself using the methods described above. But it is better to take care of safety in advance and take with you not only special means, but also antihistamines (anti-allergic) drugs. Especially if a trip to nature is planned for many days.