Jungle Formula Dry Protect Insect Repellent 125ml is a DEET-free aerosol spray that contains 20% icaridin to help protect against mosquitoes, including the Tiger mosquito, and ticks. It is non-greasy and lightly fragranced, and suitable for adults and children aged 3 years and over. That makes it an option for people who want a repellent without DEET for short trips and everyday use in the UK and Europe.

Key Features

• DEET-free with 20% icaridin: the active ingredient is icaridin (200 g/L), not DEET.
• IRF 3: Jungle Formula's Insect Repellent Factor (IRF) rating for this product is 3. IRF is shown on the front of the pack to help you choose a repellent.
• Suitable from age 3: for adults and children aged 3 years and over.
• Non-greasy and lightly fragranced: Jungle Formula describes the spray as non-greasy with a light fragrance.
• Made for the UK and Europe: Jungle Formula describes it as specifically formulated for Europe and the UK, and for short haul holidays and home use.

Is Jungle Formula Dry Protect DEET-free?

Yes. Its active ingredient is icaridin at 20% w/w (200 g/L), and it does not contain DEET.

Which insects does Jungle Formula Dry Protect repel?

It repels all mosquito species, including the Tiger mosquito, and also protects against ticks. Retailer listings also name horse flies, black flies and midges.

What is the difference between Dry Protect and Jungle Formula Maximum?

Dry Protect is a DEET-free icaridin spray rated IRF 3, for adults and children aged 3 and over. Jungle Formula Maximum contains 50% DEET, is rated IRF 4 and is for adults and children aged 12 and over.

Can children use Jungle Formula Dry Protect?

It is suitable for adults and children aged 3 years and over.

Active ingredient: Icaridin (1-Piperidinecarboxylic acid 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-methylpropylester) 20% w/w (200 g/L).

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Butane, Isobutane, Propane, Parfum, Excipients.

1. Shake well before use.
2. Hold the can about 15cm from clean, dry skin and spray in a slow, sweeping motion for even application. Apply carefully to all exposed skin except the eyes and lips.
3. To apply to the face, spray into your palm first, then gently rub onto the skin, avoiding the eyes and lips.
4. Reapply when needed, especially after sweating, swimming, or exposure to high heat and humidity.

Read these precautions before use:

• Extremely flammable aerosol. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces.
• Pressurised container, which may burst if heated. Protect from sunlight, do not expose to temperatures above 50C, and do not pierce or burn the can, even after use.
• Causes serious eye irritation. If it gets in your eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, and continue rinsing.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and broken skin.
• For adults and children aged 3 years and over only.
• Keep out of the reach of children.

Side effects are rare, but the following may occur:

• Skin irritation
• Allergic reaction (rash, redness, itching)
• Eye irritation, if the spray gets in your eyes

If you have any discomfort or allergic symptoms, stop using the product and seek medical advice.