A good night’s sleep can be disturbed by unwanted bug bites and mosquito bites. Mosquitoes and other blood-sucking bugs lurk through the darkness of night to get an opportunity to start buzzing around and feed on your blood. This can be irritating and frustrating at night, and it might end up giving you insomnia.
When we walk through the woods or camp outside, near a natural area, it is common to face these problems. You may even find mosquitoes double the normal size there. Sometimes, we try some traditional techniques to get rid of these irritating insects. The traditional techniques may work in the first place, but it doesn’t bother mosquitoes in the long run.
The carbon dioxide that emits from our body through the skin and the warmth attracts mosquitoes. Many kinds of mosquito repellents are there on the market; some are chemical-based, some are natural, and some are even mechanical. These repellents are available in various forms like mosquito killer lamps, machines, nets, creams, sprays, and lotions. Here are some highly effective mosquito repellents which you can rely on.
Best Insect Killers & Repellents
Mosquito Killer Racket
The mosquito killer racket was invented in Taiwan in 1996. This is a machine in the shape of a racket with an electrocuted center. When the user presses the button on the handle, the electricity flows through the racket, and it kills the insect then and there.
Rackets are mainly used in countries like India, where mosquitos create a vast nuisance by spreading various diseases like Dengue, Malaria, and other diseases. Rackets are the best replacement for chemical-based repellents. These easy machines don’t generate fumes and have no side effects. It doesn’t repel mosquitos; it’s a mosquito killer machine and kills them with just one tap.
Electric Zappers
Electric zapper is one of the best mosquito killer machines for home. These zappers are used near the house’s entrances or used as wall hanging lights. Electric zappers produce UV light which attracts mosquitoes and midges.
When the insect lands on the machine, it zaps it within a fraction of a second. This prevents mosquitos at night and works as a flycatcher light in the day. This reduces many insect invasions against your house.
Mini Fumigator Machines
Mini fumigators are considered the best mosquito killer machines used throughout the world. These mini fumigators are plugged into the socket, giving it the power to burn the liquid form of repellent chemical that ensures the killing of the mosquitoes; the burning of the chemical generates fumes that mix with air and spreads all over the place by killing the hidden mosquitos. The effectiveness of the machine makes it one of the most used repellents all over the world. It has also placed its name on the list of one of the best mosquito killers in the UK.
Mosquito Trap
As we read above, mosquitoes are attracted to C02. These mosquito traps use CO2 to attract mosquitos, and once the mosquito lands on it, attracted by the CO2 generated, it works as the flycatcher and traps the mosquitos.
Mosquito traps can work effectively even in big spaces which are spread over some acres. This flycatcher machine also generates heat, which later creates CO2. This heat, along with CO2, attracts mosquitoes to the trap.
Lotion or spray
Many companies in the mosquito repellant field manufacture mosquito lotions and sprays. Several brands depend on various formulas to use in their products.
DEET is one of the most used formulas in mosquito repellent lotions and sprays. Since 1957 it has been proven as an effective repellent. Generally, products contain only 10% – 30% of DEET, which is effective against blood-sucking insects and has no significant side effects. Brands like Deep Wood only contain 24% of DEET and give protection for more than 5 hours.
Whereas a repellent containing more than 50% of DEET can cause skin irritation in small children and some adults, it doesn’t provide prolonged protection against mosquitoes. DEET products don’t kill mosquitos; it creates a shield of odor that hides you from those insects.
People who don’t prefer using DEET-based products have other options too. IR- 3535 is a non DEET formula used in some products that provide prolonged protection against mosquitos.
Picaridin-based lotions and sprays are one of the best replacements for DEET-based products. They are nearly odorless, and they don’t have any side effects. This is a new product which didn’t enter the market before 2005. Picaridin can be applied on both clothes and skin, and it doesn’t affect them at all.
Permethrin is an effective repellent used in clothes and not used on the skin. It has an exceptional lasting ability which shows its effect even after several washes. Mostly permethrin comes in stick forms
Wristbands Or Bracelets
Mosquito repellent wrist bands and bracelets are normal bracelets impregnated with natural or chemical substances like DEET. These bracelets are Tied around the wrists to avoid mosquito bites.
Natural mosquito repellent bracelets are made using plant-based oils, whereas chemical mosquito repellent bracelets are made using DEET and other similar chemicals. These repellent bracelets emit a certain odor that keeps mosquitos away. These bands are convenient to wear both indoors and outdoors.
Mosquito Patch
Mosquito patches work similarly to bands. These are better options for children who often resist putting on lotions or using wristbands. Many people also add mosquito patches to their clothes to avoid mosquito bites.
Mosquito Repellent Sticks
Mosquito repellent sticks, also known as fume sticks, are made of mosquito repellent chemicals. These sticks are burned inside the house to restrict the mosquitoes from entering the house. These are good for a surrounded area, but it causes no effect in an open space.
Mosquito Nets
Mosquito nets are the oldest techniques to prevent mosquitos. These are nets with small enough openings to stop mosquitoes from entering the net surrounded area.
To prevent mosquitos, you need to set the net on the bed finely. The persons who are allergic to repellents mainly use these nets. For better protection, one can indulge in applying repellants to these nets.
Conclusion
Mosquitos can be a serious issue as they carry life-threatening diseases. To keep yourself and your loved ones safe, you can adapt these techniques to prevent mosquito bites and their unwanted consequences.
