Nets/Insect
Repellents
Deet
Deet spray, gel, and lotion are available in varying strengths from 30%- 50%.
Deet products over 50% are no longer considered any more effective.
Deet is suitable for all individuals over 2 months
50% Deet has the longest duration of action, therefore requiring fewer applications per day.
When using sunscreen and Deet it is important to remember to apply sunscreen first followed by Deet.
Mosquito Nets
For every CarePlus net sold, one mosquito net is donated to the local population of Africa, for use in the worldwide fight against malaria.
All nets are impregnated in accordance to the Long Lasting Impregnation (LLI) technology. This means that all nets offer protection up to five times longer than ordinary impregnated nets.
Benefits are: Impregnation is active for 2.5 years. Can be washed up to 20 times.
3 compact models available for both 1 and 2 persons.
An impregnated net offers extra protection against biting/stinging insects. The insects cannot sting through the nets.
Mosquito travel nets are available which are multi -functional
For use on a mattress (against house mites in the mattress)
For use on windows (insect screen)
For use on the floor
For protecting toddlers in buggies
Long lasting impregnation
Bite Patches
Bite patches are small circular plasters that reduce itching and cool the bite area.
Scratching can lead to infections which is undesirable, especially in hot climates.