Mosquito season is upon us; but for most of us in the Philippines, the matter isn’t even seasonal — it’s year-round. Not only are these pests annoying, but they also bring critical diseases like dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and the Zika virus. So, it’s undeniable that every Filipino household must have the best mosquito repellents to keep themselves safe.
From lotions to oils to the classic katol, there are several types of mosquito repellents available in the Philippines. But time and again, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned us against using unregistered mosquito repellents as they may contain harmful and toxic ingredients that pose a threat to both human and animal health.
So, which mosquito repellents are actually safe to use? The FDA advises Filipinos to search through their website before purchasing a product. In the spirit of keeping ourselves safe, here are some non-hazardous mosquito repellents you can buy online.
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Mosquito repellents that are safe to use
FDA-approved mosquito coils (katol)
1. Family Cobra Katol
2. Baygon Katol Mosquito
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3. Lion Tiger Mosquito Coil
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4. Cofoe Wormwood Incense
Anti-mosquito lotions, oils, and sprays
5. Human Nature Skin Shield Oil
6. OFF Lotion
7. Tiger Balm Mosquito Repellent Spray
8. Two Little Ducks Mosquito Repellent
9. Milea All Organics Citronella Mosquito Repellent
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Anti-mosquito patches and bracelets
10. Moskishield Mosquito Repellent
11. Cycles Sensitive Anti-Mosquito Patch
12. Smart Steps Stages Mosquito Patch
13. Kid’s Portable LED Mosquito Repellent Watch
14. Bugout Spring Mosquito Repellent Bracelet
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Gels, zappers, and lamps
15. Farcent Mosquito Repellent Gel
16. Akari UV Electric Mosquito Zapper
17. 3000V Electric Insect Racket Swatter
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18. Electrical Mosquito Killer Lamp
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19. Big Brute Insect Killer
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20. Homie Mosquito Killer Lamp
21. MELEDE UV LED Mosquito Trap Lamp
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Now more than ever, it’s important for all of us to safeguard our health. This said, always make sure that you’re investing in products that can actually take care of you.
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