Mosquito Care

Mosquitoes here are not a summer nuisance, they are a year-round fact with a rainy-season spike. And the repellents that work best on adults are mostly not recommended for young children — which leaves parents choosing between protection and safety.

Parakito resolves that with plant-based, deet-free formulas. The wristbands are the starting point for babies: a replaceable pellet releases a blend of essential oils for several weeks, and nothing touches your child’s skin at all. Sprays and roll-ons suit older children and adults, from the age stated on each product.

And for the ones that get through. The soothing creams and roll-ons calm a bite quickly — which matters at 3am, when a scratched bite is about to become a broken night and, a week later, an infection. Small enough for a nappy bag, which is where they belong.

A rough guide by age: wristbands and clip-ons for babies and toddlers, since there’s no skin contact. Sprays from the age marked on the product. Bite relief for everyone. Check each product page for its own guidance, and ask your pediatrician if your child has sensitive skin.

Buy before rainy season rather than during it — this is the category that sells out.