Citronella essential oils, adhesive patches made from medical grade tape Helps keep bugs like mosquitoes, midges, sand flies, and flies away. Full protection lasts for 12 hours and wears off over a 24-72 hour period from opening. BuzzPatch is made using non-woven fabric patches, infused with a combination of Citronella and other essential oils which are perfectly safe for your kids. Unlike topical sprays which contain DEET or Picaridin, BuzzPatch is not only easy to apply, but environment-friendly!For us parents, we know what mosquito bites mean for our kids. Some kids get it worse than others, developing an allergic reaction to the bite that causes the area to swell up and is really, really uncomfortable. Some kids even develop a fear of going outside, just to avoid getting bitten!Our poor little ones can't handle the itch, day or night. BuzzPatch uses the most effective, but safe, essential oil combination designed to confuse mosquitoes and hide your kids from their senses. FAQ'S How do I place stickers to protect my whole child's body?Kids aged 0-2 need 1 patch: One patch placed centrally on clothes (ie, on their jumpsuit on the stomach, chest)Kids aged 3-5 need 2 patches: One patch on the top clothes (sweater, t-shirt) and one on the shorts.Kids aged 6+ and parents need 2-4 patches: One patch on the clothing next to each exposed limb (one on the sleeve of both the left and right arm, and if wearing shorts, one on the left and right side of the shorts)How long will sealed stickers last?The bag has a ziplock. Put the unused patches into the bag and seal it. BuzzPatch when sealed will last up to 24 months.Where are BuzzPatch stickers made?Patches are formulated and designed in Australia.How do they work?Mosquitoes find us by sensing the carbon dioxide (CO2) we emit when we exhale. Certain compounds, including specific essential oils, overpower the CO2 we emit, essentially hiding us from mosquitoes.How many stickers do I need?Kids aged 0-2 need 1: One patch placed centrally on clothes (ie, on their jumpsuit on the stomach, chest)Kids aged 3-5 need 2: One patch on the top clothes (sweater, t-shirt) and one on the shorts.Kids aged 6+ and parents need 2-4: One patch on the clothing next to each exposed limb (one on the sleeve of both the left and right arm, and if wearing shorts, one on the left and right side of the shorts)
