Best Mosquito repellent for Mexico & tropical climates

I can myself highly recommend this to prevent being bitten, worked fantastically for me. Jungle formula maximum strength 4 is perfect for long haul tropical destinations or if you just happen to get bit a lot. It Contains 50% Deet and needs to be applied every 9 hours. It is endorsed by the hospital of tropical diseases and is the UK’s number 1 insect repellent brand. This is suitable from the age of 3 but jungle formula also has a kid’s lotion and “slap it bands” which last 2 weeks and are a fun way for your kids to not get bitten. It is recommended that the slap it bands are used alongside the kid’s lotion.

Repel 100 Insect Repellent is the strongest deet available, it contains 100% deet and protects for up to 10 hours. We were connecting in America to fly to the Caribbean and I had forgot my mosquito repellent so we purchased Repel 100 at a local supermarket. I never got bitten once, it really is amazing stuff. It repels mosquitoes that may transmit the Chikungunya, Zika, Dengue and West Nile viruses. Perfect if you are travelling to tropical destinations.

If you are looking for a mosquito repellent not as potent as the 100% deet option, then the Repel Max Insect Repellent is the perfect option, containing 40% deet. With some people, you can have adverse reactions using 100% deet and majority of the time it’s not necessary. If you are travelling to tropical climates like rainforests etc then 40% would be enough. It lasts for 8 hours and protects against mosquitoes that may transmit the Chikungunya, Zika, Dengue and West Nile viruses.

These handy long lasting travel size wipes are great to keep in you backpack while travelling. They contain 30% deet and again repel mosquitoes that may transmit the Chikungunya, Zika, Dengue and West Nile viruses. There at 15 wipes per pack and the convenient resealable pouch makes on the go mosquito protection a breeze. 

This odorless spray is for use on clothing, tents, sleeping bags and other outdoor gear. Don’t worry it will not stain or damage clothing, fabrics or other surfaces. It doesn’t only repel mosquitoes but it kills them keeping you safe from being bitten on your holiday.  Effective against the Yellow Fever Mosquito, which can transmit the Zika Virus.

Repel also do a deet free mosquito repellent which contains the oil of lemon eucalyptus and repels mosquitoes for up to 6 hours. The lemon eucalyptus provides a cool and refreshing scent ideal when on holiday in hot temperatures. Repels mosquitoes that may transmit the Chikungunya, Zika, Dengue and West Nile viruses. 

Skedattle is a chemical and deet free insect repellent made with 100% natural essential oils. It’s even safe for kids and pets to use because of its all natural forumla with no harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances. Not only is it all natural and smells great it works! So if you are after deet free mosquito repellent which is safe for kids and even pets, then this is for you!

Herbal Armor repellent offers an extremely effective solution to protect your from mosquitos. It’s environmentally friendly, non-toxic formula and travel sizes is a perfect mosquito repellent for active people and families on the go. It’s non-irritating and allergy tested making it good for children and of people with sensitive skin.

Deet free mosquito repellent bracelets are all natural and safe for kids. They are waterproof too so don’t worry about going swimming or getting them wet. The capsule inside the bracelet is designed to last around 90 days and is made from the extract of 8 natural plants and is totally deet-free. The bracelets come in a wide selection of colours making it a great addition men, women and children. We would recommend if you do get one of these, that you do also purchase some spray too.