Choosing remedies for mosquitoes

With the arrival of summer and warm days, many come across blood-sucking insects, their bites are extremely unpleasant, they cause itching, burning and leave unaesthetic marks. Therefore, people are always looking for an effective remedy for mosquito control. The modern chemical industry offers many solutions aimed at protecting against these insects, however, some are trying to cope with parasites in the old-fashioned - "grandmother's" ways.

Mosquitoes are blood-sucking insects with a well-developed sense of smell. They are attracted by the smell of human sweat and blood, and they respond to the movement of warm bodies. At the same time, only females bite people, males feed on plant juices and nectar. The activity of mosquitoes on the street especially increases in the evening and at night, making it impossible to fish, work and relax in the fresh air.

They fly into houses mainly in autumn, when the coolness is established. They can appear in winter - if it is warm in the basement and in the attic, then mosquitoes can settle there for the winter without any problems, and then fly into living quarters through ventilation and water pipes.

Modern repellents are presented in a wide variety.

Gels and creams are easy-to-use products. They have a strong odor that repels insects, so they are applied to the skin to prevent a bite. The duration of action is 5-8 hours. However, such formulations are not suitable for people with skin prone to irritation and allergic reactions.

Sprays and aerosols are convenient products that resemble deodorants. They can be applied not only to the skin, but also to clothing and shoes, which provides additional protection against mosquitoes. The duration of the spray is 5-6 hours, the aerosol is 3-4 hours. Sprays are suitable for long-term protection, aerosols are used during short walks in nature. Of the shortcomings, only a pungent smell is emitted.

Pencil - a protective agent that is applied to clothing and skin. Does not cause allergies, does not evaporate on contact with air. It has a pleasant smell, therefore it is most often used in children. Lasts no more than 3 hours.

If flying bloodsuckers get into your home, you can forget about a comfortable sleep. They make their way through open windows, doors, crevices, sewers, ventilation and chimneys. There are many products that protect houses and apartments from insects.

Electric fumigators are compact electrical appliances. At the heart of the action is a repellent in a liquid form, under the action of an electric current it spreads substances dangerous for bloodsuckers in the air. Toxins act on the nervous system of mosquitoes, causing disorientation and death. One bottle is enough to process a room of 30 sq. m. within a month. It is noteworthy that they begin to act immediately after activation and protect from annoying insects during the entire time of operation.

Plates - plate fumigators... Instead of a liquid, a cardboard impregnated with active ingredients is provided here. Under the influence of heat or current, toxic substances evaporate and neutralize the parasites. One plate is enough for 7-8 hours of operation, after which it must be replaced with a new one.

However, it should be borne in mind that when using the fumigator, people who are prone to allergies may experience nausea, headaches and dizziness. In this case, it is better to change the repellent to another.

The spiral is an insecticide that emits a pungent unpleasant odor when burned. For the spiral to work, it must be set on fire for 15 seconds, then the fire must be extinguished so that the spiral smolders. This tool repels mosquitoes throughout the entire working time. Can be used in homes or tents.

An ultrasonic repeller is a modern device based on the action of ultrasound of certain frequencies. Works from the mains. Depending on the specific model, the radius of destruction can reach 100 m.

The disadvantage of such devices is that ultrasound is dangerous only for certain types of bloodsuckers. On the territory of our country alone, there are about 300 types. Therefore, in one region, ultrasound can work, while in another it can be completely ineffective.

Ultraviolet lamps - such devices are equipped with LEDs and a grille through which a light discharge of electric current is supplied to the outside... The light emanating from the lamp attracts insects, forcing them to fly as close as possible. Upon contact with the lattice from an electric shock, the parasites instantly die. This tool is considered one of the most effective, because it destroys insects, and does not scare them away, unlike all the repellents described above. It can be operated from the mains, for travel use, it is better to choose a battery-powered device for the car.

A separate line of products designed for babies and newborns.

Stickers - a plaster recommended for babies from 2 months old, sticks to a stroller, diaper or clothes... These stickers are soaked in essential oils of clove and citronella. Evaporating, they drive away annoying insects. The effect of such stickers, depending on the brand, lasts from 2 to 5 hours.

Bracelets - scarers, made of silicone, dense fabric and plastic, they are fixed on the arm or leg... Visually reminiscent of a children's wristwatch. Usually painted in bright colors: orange, green, red and yellow.

For outdoor use, the actual solution will be smoke bombs. They help get rid of bloodsuckers over a fairly large area. When a repellent is ignited, a cloud with substances toxic to insects is formed - it covers the entire recreation area of ​​people, their smell scares away mosquitoes. Checkers of some manufacturers are allowed to be used indoors.

You can get rid of mosquitoes in the local area or garden area for a long time by resorting to insecticidal treatment. In this case, one of the following drugs is used:

• Emcitrin;
• "Virocid";
• Glutex;
• "Aspid";
• "Super Fas";
• "Adamant".

Services for the professional treatment of the territory are provided by specialized companies that quickly spray the house and the adjacent area. Such measures allow you to forget about annoying insects for several months.

Nowadays, stores offer a wide range of mosquito repellents from different manufacturers. They all differ in composition, method of use, period of validity and, of course, price. We offer you to get acquainted with the rating of the most popular repellents, compiled on the basis of user reviews.

This repellent comes in the form of a spray, aerosol, pencil, gel, cream, balm, coil, liquid, and plates. The main working component is diethyltoluamide, which effectively repels insects. Its share in the composition reaches 30% - this is enough to scare off bloodsuckers for 8-10 hours. Besides mosquitoes, it also works against horseflies, midges, ticks, bees and wasps.

This company offers several types of repellents.

• Gels - suitable for sensitive and dry skin, copes well with mosquito protection.

• Cream - suitable for adults and adolescents from 12 years old. Hypoallergenic composition, creates effective protection for 3-4 hours.

• Spray lotion - designed for people with sensitive skin. Lightweight, well absorbed, protects for 3-5 hours.

Thanks to active advertising, all our compatriots are familiar with the products of this manufacturer. Available in two versions.

• Classical - traditional aerosol, intended for application to clothing and skin. Works 3-4 hours.

• Family - allowed for use from 12 years old. It is evenly distributed over the skin. However, it can be applied no more than 2 times a day.

Inexpensive, but at the same time quite effective tool. Available in pencils, creams, aerosols and spray. The active ingredients are stable for 5-8 hours. A separate line is intended for young children. It can also be used after a bite - it reduces the severity of an allergic reaction, relieves itching, swelling and redness.

American-made repellent. Has established itself as an effective remedy against ticks, midges, flies and mosquitoes. Creates effective protection for 8-10 hours. However, unlike many other similar products, it has a rather high cost.

Another cheap, but no less effective remedy. Sold in the form of creams and lotions. Creates effective protection against harmful insects, lasts up to 3 hours. Only suitable for adults and children over 12 years old.

Eco-friendly, naturally formulated repellents, safe for young children... The working components are essential oils that scare off blood-sucking insects. Available in gels, sprays, wipes and pencils. A separate line is represented by preparations that restore the skin after bites.

Among the powerful means for scaring off bloodsuckers in the room is also called "Armakon".

The TOP products designed specifically for delicate baby skin include products from the manufacturers listed below.

The product is in the form of a spray, it is allowed for use from 2 years old. Effectively protects against mosquitoes and other blood-sucking insects.

Repellent spray for children over 1 year old. It is hypoallergenic and dermatologically approved. It is inexpensive, while it is easy to apply and economically consumed.

The advantages of this drug are its safety and completely natural composition. Optimal for children over the age of three. The protection time corresponds to two hours. Does not harm the baby's skin, does not cause allergic reactions.

Homemade formulations are less effective than industrial repellents - their duration of action does not exceed 1.5-2 hours, therefore they need constant updating. However, these are absolutely safe substances for the human body, and they can be made from improvised means. Such compositions will not harm people prone to allergies and diseases of the bronchopulmonary system.

The sweet delicate scent effectively repels mosquitoes outside. To create protection, 1 pod must be boiled in 500 ml of water and insisted for 2 hours. The finished broth is lubricated on the skin and sprayed on clothing.

To protect babies, vanillin is added to baby cream in a ratio of 1 to 10. Please note: only a natural product is used for the manufacture of repellents. Vanilla sugar is unsuitable in the fight against mosquitoes, since the concentration of the active substance in it is negligible.

You can buy clove buds in every supermarket in the spice section. To create a working broth, 5 g of spices are poured into 200 ml of water, brought to a boil and kept on low heat for a quarter of an hour. After that, a small amount of the broth is mixed with any cologne, the skin is treated and the clothes are sprayed.

A herb with a bitter taste and aroma, neither people nor mosquitoes like. To prepare an effective folk remedy for bloodsuckers, a handful of wormwood is poured into 1 liter of water, brought to a boil and insisted for 40-50 minutes. Some people insist on a solution with yeast, but this is not necessary. The resulting solution is cooled. To protect yourself from insects, you just need to wash your face with the prepared infusion, and be sure that not a single insect will fly up to your skin.

The principle of action of essential oils is to mask the smell of a person's natural sweat. The aromas of mint, eucalyptus, lavender, basil, anise, geranium and tea tree give the greatest effect in the fight against mosquitoes. They are added to cream, cosmetic milk or vegetable oil at the rate of 8 drops per 1 tbsp. l. the basics.

A popular mosquito repellent is a joint using tea tree oil and lemon juice. To do this, the juice squeezed from one citrus fruit is mixed with 10 ml of a fragrant substance. This composition can be safely applied to open skin to scare off parasites.

A useful plant that is considered a powerful folk remedy for bloodsuckers... It is recommended to plant these bushes near the house, doors and windows, then mosquitoes will not be able to get into the house. To drive away those mosquitoes that can still get into the house, you just need to put a bouquet of the branches of this plant in a vase.

In order to calmly rest and work in the fresh air day and night, it is recommended to plant conifers on the site. Mosquitoes are scared away by the smells of spruce, thuja, juniper and fir. It is advisable to plant lavender and marigolds in the flowerbed. Black currant bushes will help prevent the invasion of bloodsuckers.

When choosing anti-mosquito remedies, one must first of all proceed from the characteristics of the action of the main component. Different chemical compounds that make up the repellents differ in the exposure time, the ability to use for certain categories of users.

Diethyltoluamide - one of the most effective substances developed in the middle of the last century specifically for the American armed forces. At a concentration of 15%, it protects at least 1.5–2 hours; at a higher dosage, the duration of the repellent action increases to 4–5 hours.

Carboxyl - a chemical based on formic acid or carbonic acid. Contains minimal concentrations of aggressive substances, therefore it does not harm human skin. Can be used for children.

Oxamat - liquid of oily structure, has a specific odor and light yellow color. The composition is low-toxic. Does not have the ability to accumulate in the body. Creates effective protection for 10-12 hours, while fighting not only mosquitoes, but also midges and other annoying insects.

Benzoyl piperidine - a crystalline substance that is part of creams and emulsions. Low toxicity, while effective, depending on the concentration, it works from 4 to 8 hours.Has no negative effect on the skin, can be used for children.