Are you allergic to DEET, but still want to keep the mozzies at bay? Thankfully, there are plenty of alternative options available in Australia to protect yourself from the pesky blood suckers and keep yourself safe from mosquito-borne diseases. In this article, we’ll be discussing alternatives for people with a DEET allergy or sensitivity. What […]

This mozzie season has been a big one with the re-emergence of the deadly Murray Valley Encephalitis, Japanese Encephalitis and more cases of other diseases like Ross River than usual. Mosquito borne disease pose a very real risk to people of all ages, but especially babies. Insect repellents are one of the most effective ways […]

The dreaded mosquito. One of the banes of the Australian summer. And every year, barbecuers across Australia ask – how do we repel mosquitoes outdoors? There are a few things you can do to discourage mosquitoes from hanging around and to make yourself a less appealing target. Remove sources of standing water Mosquitoes love a […]

Yes, you absolutely can and should use mosquito repellent while pregnant – but you might want to consider which one you choose. Some mosquito-borne viruses such as dengue fever are worsened by pregnancy and can even cause complications with the bub. We don’t want you to take that risk, so it’s extra important to use […]

Japanese Encephalitis is a mosquito-borne disease that has reared its head here in Australia these last few months. It is a rare but potentially life threatening disease so it’s important to take it seriously and protect yourself where you can. What is Japanese Encephalitis? Japanese Encephalitis is a viral disease that is spread to humans […]

Natural mosquito repellents are becoming increasingly popular in Australia. In fact, 1 in 4 Australians say they try to choose an insect repellent with natural ingredients. But what makes a natural mozzie repellent good? And how do you choose the right one for you and your family? We’ve compiled a list of the 5 most […]

There is a lot to consider when it comes to protecting ourselves and our children from the sun and those pesky bites. It’s important to understand how to correctly apply sunscreen and insect repellent together for maximum protection on both fronts. When using the two products, there are some dos and don’ts to keep in […]

There’s a new kid on the insect repellent block! Picaridin is popping up in plenty of insect repellent formulations here in Australia, but what is Picaridin and is it safe? What is Picaridin? Picaridin is a synthetic chemical compound that was developed by Bayer in the 1980s as an alternative to DEET in insect repellent […]

We get asked a lot about the best (and safest) way to use the Good Riddance Tropical Essential Oil. The Tropical essential oil is the same blend of essential oils we use in our Tropical Insect Repellent range. We actually started selling it because some of our customers loved the smell of our cream so […]

The only thing worse than seeing your kids itch and scratch at mozzie bites is knowing that every bite is a gamble. This summer has been a bumper season for Ross River virus carrying mozzies here in Australia so it is incredibly important to make sure your little ones are protected as best as possible. […]