Citriodiol® — The active ingredient comes from a botanical oil found in the leaves of the eucalyptus citriodora tree. This is responsible for the repellency of Mosi-guard® Lemon Eucalyptus products. The main component in Citriodiol® is p-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD), making up at least 64% of the oil. This is the go-to midge repellent to use in Scotland for several reasons, the first of which is this stuff simply works. I’ve been using Smidge for years and out of all the insect repellents I’ve used it’s the only one I always make sure I’ve got ready to go in my suitcase. Safari South Africa: Lion Land, Tuskers, and the Power of Connection in Central Kruger National Park

Made for:⊙ Safari ✓⊙ Outdoor pursuits: Fishing, Hiking, Walking ✓⊙ Travel ✓⊙ Everyday wear ✓⊙ Farming ✓ Add to your insect protection efforts by covering up in BUGTech™ anti-insect clothing - especially between dusk and dawn. Waste leaf from the distillation process is used to improve the soil and to help to retain moisture. I have to start this review by saying I’ve used Mosi-Guard natural repellent before and while it works, in my opinion, it’s not quite as good as Smidge or any product that uses DEET. Still, if you want to give midges the elbow this is one of the best products to buy and the fact it doesn’t use DEET or indeed any nasty chemicals is a massive bonus.Avon Skin So Soft is a beauty product that has been recommended as a midge repellent for years, which I always thought was an old wives tale until I tried it myself. Citriodiol is derived from the oil of Eucalyptus citriodora, or lemon eucalyptus, and is marketed as an alternative to Deet. Mosi-guard is supplied by a small Leeds-based company, Citrefine. There are, however, ways to avoid midges which include avoiding the regions where they’re most prevalent ie. the Highlands, the north and west coasts, and the west coast islands, but obviously, you will then miss out on seeing the most scenic parts of Scotland. Mosi-guard® Lemon Eucalyptus Roll-on contains cetearyl alcohol, a waxy solid, which we use as an emulsifier and emollient to improve the feel of the products on the skin and provide a moisturising effect

Steareth-21 — A waxy solid derived from fatty alcohols. It is prepared from vegetable oils by hydrogenation. It emulsifies and disperses the oily materials into the water to form a stable emulsion. Butylene glycol — This solvent stops the active ingredient, Citriodiol®, from crystallising. It also helps to keep the skin moist and prevents bacteria growth.

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Leaves and branches are harvested by hand from the trees. The branches are then cut selectively from each tree so that the trees can continue to grow and produce new leaves for many years. Once the branches have been harvested, the twigs containing leaves are cut from the branches. The leaves and small twigs are steam distilled to produce Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil. If you are looking for a DEET-free bug spray that offers the reliable protection of synthetic insect repellent without the chemicals, Mosi-guard Lemon Eucalyptus Extra Spray is our top choice of natural bug repellent. Mosi-guard is made from a natural active ingredient that has been tested and approved by international regulators for effectiveness. Its long-lasting formula is kind to your skin and is rapidly biodegradable for planet-friendly insect repellent. The natural ingredient in Mosi-guard Lemon Eucalyptus Extra Spray is derived from the oil of the lemon eucalyptus plant. This has been extensively and rigorously trialled and has been approved by many international regulators to hold comparable efficacy to synthetic and chemical repellents. Mosi-guard is the number one selling natural insect repellent and is used world wide. It is the perfect choice for those who want clinically proven protection without having to expose themselves or their family to harsh chemicals such as DEET. The active ingredient of Mosi-guard is Citriodiol, a natural extract of Lemon Eucalyptus Oil. The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine found that Mosi-guard is as effective as the strongest available DEET insect repellent. Glycerine — A viscous (sugar alcohol) common in cosmetic products. It is derived from vegetable oils and is a by-product of soap manufacture. It is used to improve smoothness by providing lubrication and moisturising effects.