Citronella patches & stickers — natural mosquito repellent
Stick a citronella patch onto your t-shirt, hat or pram and let plant-based oil keep the mosquitoes away. The natural alternative to DEET.
Plant-based
Steam-distilled citronella oil — naturally repellent.
On fabric, not skin
Sticks onto clothing or gear — gentle for the whole family.
Long-lasting
Each patch slow-releases scent for 8–12 hours.
What is a citronella patch?
A citronella patch (also called a citronella sticker) is an adhesive disc infused with citronella essential oil. Peel the backing, stick the patch onto fabric, and the oil slow-releases into the air around you. Mosquitoes find the scent unpleasant — so they're less likely to land on you or your child.
Why citronella works
Citronella has been used as a natural mosquito repellent for over a century — most famously in citronella candles. The advantage of patches is that the scent travels with you, rather than staying around a candle on the table.
Citronella stickers for kids and adults
The same plant-based formula works for the whole family. Kids get bright, fun designs they want to wear. Adults get discreet patches for sleeves, hats and bags. Babies are protected via patches stuck to prams, baby grows or cot rails.
How long does the citronella last?
Once you open the sealed pouch, each patch releases its scent for around 8–12 hours. Sealed patches keep their potency for months — perfect to keep in your travel bag, glove compartment or kitchen drawer.
Where citronella patches are most effective
- UK gardens, BBQs and lakeside picnics
- Camping, caravanning and festivals
- Mediterranean holidays — Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal
- City evenings near canals or rivers
- Indoor use near open windows in summer
Citronella patches vs sprays
Citronella sprays put the oil directly on your skin and need re-applying. Citronella patches stick onto fabric, work for hours and feel completely mess-free. Many people switch once they try both.
How to use
- 1Peel one citronella patch from the backing.
- 2Stick it onto a t-shirt, hat, sleeve, pram or backpack.
- 3Use 2–3 patches around your body in heavy mosquito environments.
- 4Replace after 8–12 hours when the scent fades.