The 7 Best Insect Repellent Brands In The Philippines For Babies

February 02, 2021

These are the five mosquito and insect repellent brands that we’ve tried for our kids but we’re recommending you to stop using one of these.

We’re avid users of insect repellent lotions and sprays at home because you can never be negligent when it comes to mosquitoes and other insect bites. Aside from the threat of getting dengue fever, mosquito and other insect bites can cause a lot of skin discomfort and irritation, and even lesions and allergic reactions in some cases.

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The 7 Best Insect Repellent Brands In The Philippines For Babies

    Why use insect repellent products?


    We use insect repellent products at home and even outside primarily for protection. We noticed that both our kids are like magnets to mosquitoes and ants so a good insect repellent product is a must when they are outside playing.

    In the instances when we fail to put bug lotions and sprays, we would instantly see red bite marks on their skin. That would be followed by seemingly endless scratching fits. The red marks would either turn into a dark spot or break into wounds in more severe cases.

    Aside from skin protection, of course, we want to protect our children against diseases carried by mosquitoes and other insects.

    Should you also use an insect repellent product? I would say yes because we can’t always be beside our babies to shoo away insects especially if our kids are busy playing. It’s just a matter of choosing the best insect repellent to use for your kids. 

    I understand that not a lot of people are comfortable in using insect repellent lotions because, while they are generally safe, it’s true that some kids may be allergic to certain ingredients in those products.

    Don’t worry though because there are a lot of options aside from lotions that are available in the market today. There are also many organic mosquito repellent brands available in the Philippines and I think that would make a lot of moms and dads happy.

    What are the characteristics of good quality insect repellent products?


    In terms of indicators of good quality insect repellents, it should be, first and foremost, effective in warding off mosquitoes and other insects.

    A good insect repellent should also be made of all-natural ingredients so that it wouldn’t cause any adverse skin reactions, it should smell good, and it should be light on the skin so that it won’t cause any sticky feeling.

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    Insect repellent for kids comes in different forms: lotion, spray, and sticker. In the end, it’s all up to you in which type to use, depending on what is the most effective for you and what you are most comfortable in using.

    Here are some of the products that we’ve tried and love:

    1. OFF Mosquito Lotion for Kids


    OFF lotion is a classic brand trusted by generations. I remember using this a lot during my college days when dengue cases in UP Diliman spiked.

    OFF Lotion for Kids best insect repellent brands
    OFF Lotion for Kids

    OFF lotion was so effective that, for years, it was the only insect repellent brand that I know of. As such, OFF Mosquito Lotion for Kids was also the first insect repellent product that we bought when we needed one for our baby.

    It’s still as effective for my kids as it was for me. However, it tends to become sticky and heavy on the skin so it felt hot.

    We stopped using OFF lotion for Kids for some time since finding out that its active ingredient called DEET (N, N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide) is a slightly toxic and corrosive chemical.

    DEET works by masking our natural scent against mosquitoes and other insects. Since then, we began to look for safer alternatives that are made of natural ingredients.

    If you are also concerned with OFF lotion for Kids’ active ingredients, then I would also advise you to look for alternatives.

    However, there's no denying that OFF lotion for Kids is incredibly effective that's why we still use it from time to time.

    OFF Botanicals lotion
    OFF Botanicals Lotion (photo taken from OFF!'s website) 

    If you are a fan of OFF lotion, then go for OFF Botanicals, the DEET-free, plant-based variant from this popular insect repellent brand. You can buy it on Shopee or Amazon

    2. Kindee Mosquito Repellent Lotion, Spray, and Sticker


    Kindee is one of our most favorite brands because it smells good, it is light on the skin, and it comes in three different variants so we have options for every situation.

    Kindee best insect repellent brands
    Kindee insect repellent products

    It’s also effective in warding off mosquitoes. In fact, Kindee gives us a lot of peace of mind because a little of this product works really well.

    For our full review of Kindee, please read this: What We Love About Kindee Organic Mosquito Repellent Lotion


    3. Moskishield Bug Spray and Patch (sticker)


    One of our favorite brands is Moskishield insect repellent spray and sticker. We would often use the patch because that meant less application of products to the skin of our babies. 

    Moskishield best insect repellent brands
    Moskishield bug spray

    Just stick the patch on your child’s shirt and that’s it. For the exposed areas, such as the arms and legs, that’s where we would use the Moskishield spray.

    What’s good about Moskishield is that it’s made of natural ingredients like oil of lemon and eucalyptus, and it’s also DEET-free.


    4. Bite Block


    Bite Block is one of our most recent discoveries. I thought that it was an imported brand that my sister-in-law gave us. It turned out to be locally available.

    Bite Block best insect repellent brands
    Bite Block

    Bite Block is an insect repellent lotion that smells good, is effective, and easy-on-the-pocket. What’s also good about Bite Block is that it’s readily available in drugstores and supermarkets.

    More importantly, Bite Block is hypo-allergenic and also DEET-free.


    5. Cadentia Nature Anti-Moustiques Cologne Spray


    Cadential best insect repellent brands
    Cadential All-Natural Anti-Mosquito Cologne Spray

    This was given to us by my sister-in-law but we haven’t fully tested it yet. We were just amused with the fact that it’s a cologne spray, which will keep our babies smelling fresh when playing outside, but it’s also a natural, organic-based, and DEET-free insect repellent product.


    6. Lana Lane Bug-A-Boo Essential Oil Bug Spray


    The Lana Lane Bug-A-Boo Essential Oil Bug Spray is a recent discovery. It's formulated by Lana Lane, which is a brand that I trust. This bug spray is made of Casa de Lorenzo Sanitizer Base, Cedarwood Atlas, Lavender, patchouli, tea tree, and lemongrass; predominantly all-natural ingredients.

    Lana Lane Bug-A-Boo Essential Oil Bug Spray
    Lana Lane Bug-A-Boo Essential Oil Bug Spray

    What I like about the Lana Lane Bug-A-Boo Essential Oil Bug Spray is that it's organic and that it smells light and fresh, completely devoid of any harsh chemical scent. What's even better is that it's effective in warding off pesky mosquitoes and unwanted bugs.

    7. Moringa-O2 Herbal Insect Repellent Lotion


    Moringa-O2 Herbal Insect Repellent Lotion is another wonderful option if you want to use a product that is both effective in shielding your little ones against bugs and mosquitoes and free from harmful chemicals.

    Moringa-o2 herbal insect repellent lotion

    Moringa-O2 is free from parabens and other harmful chemicals. it's fast-absorbing and non-greasy, so it's perfect for kids who are very active. You can buy it on Moringa-O2's website
     

    Epilogue


    These are just five of the anti-mosquito products that we’ve tried. We will continue to add more products here in case we get to try other similar brands.

    In choosing the best mosquito and insect repellent brands for your kids, also look for products that combine effectiveness and safety. Pick those that are made of all-natural ingredients to avoid adverse skin reactions. Also, try different brands to see which works well for you.

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    12 comments

    1. Truee. More worrisome is that bites from some insects can cause serious illnesses! 😞 One way to protect our child from biting insects is to use insect repellents. It is important to know how to use them correctly and safely and make sure to choose repellent that is effective. The one that I am using is the OFF Lotion, it works for us parents too. 😊

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    2. Highly recommended indeed πŸ₯°πŸ’―❤πŸ‘Œ such an Awesome and Effective repellent dad., sobrang laki pang tulong for everyone specially for all the Kids and Babies Here para patuloy silang makaiwas sa mga any kind of Sickness and Insects πŸ‘ŒπŸ’―πŸ’–πŸ’–

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    3. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences about this. I might be able to consider this. Some are familiar with me, some may be into consideration nowadays,very timely and beneficial

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    4. Great recommendations daddy Iv. Thank you for sharing this helpful blog. As a mom of two I always make sure that my kids are protected. Yes tru we really need this insects repellant for thier protection. Especially now adays during rainy seasons, mosquitos are very active. Off lotion is one that I used to be the protection of my kids against mosquitos.

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    5. Very recommended talaga Ang mga products na ito Lalo nasa mga kids para maiwasan Nilang makagat Ng lamok at magkaroon ng dengue dahil napakahirap talaga kapag nagkasakit sila Lalo nasa panahon ngayon. Thanks for sharing this daddy Ivan πŸ₯°

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    6. Thankyou for sharing this po.. Very recommended din po talaga ang mga Products na ito. para maiwasan din na makagat ang mga kids natin sa insekto. Perfect din po talaga ito para sa kanila para maiwasan ang Dengue. Lalo nat napakahirap pa naman na magkasakit ang mga anak natin. Must have po talaga.

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    7. Thank you for sharing it
      Mas
      okay pala pag all natural Ingredients ang gagamitin na repellant for our kids Mas safe pa ,dating gamit ko din yon May Ingredients na tinatawag na DEET (N, N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide) nakakasama pala πŸ˜₯ now iknow thank u.

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    8. Can they be used for babies aging below 1 year old? Thanks in advance for anyone who replies!

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      1. We've used Kindee and Moskishield when our kids were below a year old. Just the same, we were given clearance by our pediatrician to use these products. I suggest you do the same and consult your doctor before using any product on your babies.

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    9. Hyun Jang Nim8 May 2022 at 03:24

      Wow this is informative po πŸ€— off lang yung familiar ako, I'm glad to know that there's other brands that we can trust 😊

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    10. γ‚«γƒžγƒγƒΌγƒ­ をップルジョむ8 May 2022 at 03:24

      Ayy wow must have tlga nito lalo na sa mga kids ko . Kase mahirap na sa panahon ngayon .. lalo na ang dengue . Ang gaganda pa ng quality ng product ❤️😍 ( Apple Joy CamaΓ±ero )

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    11. Rowena callo Villareno8 May 2022 at 03:24

      Thank you for this Daddy ivan.Good to know na madami pa palang trusted brand na insect repellent.Familiar lang lasi ako sa off mosquito lotion yun ang di pwedeng mawalan sa bahay simula nung magka dengue ako.

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