Insect bites and reactions to certain plants can be very painful and irritating. Fortunately, soothing gels can help relieve pain and discomfort quickly.

These gels are made with natural ingredients such as aloe vera and chamomile, which have anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties. They are easy to apply and quickly penetrate the skin, offering immediate relief from pain and irritation.

What's more, soothing gels can help prevent infection and redness, as they moisturize the skin and strengthen its protective barrier. They are also fragrance-free and hypoallergenic, making them suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive.

Buy soothing gel for mosquito bites in pharmacies

Pimples, redness, itching... In summer, mosquitoes are a real nuisance for holidaymakers. It's the mosquitoes' saliva (an anticoagulant that helps them draw blood) that causes this unpleasant itching. Products are available to relievemosquito bites . They are generally based on arnica, boswellia serrata (a natural anti-inflammatory) or calamine.

If you regularly suffer from insect bites or reactions to certain plants, it can be useful to always have a soothing gel on hand. It can offer you a quick and effective solution to pain and irritation.

Soothing gels can also be a valuable ally for those suffering from insect bites and reactions to certain plants. They're easy to use, soothing and moisturizing, and can help relieve pain and irritation in no time.

Find a selection of anti-mosquito products to soothe you effectively this summer.

How to treat a mosquito bite

For all insect bites, with or without venom (whether mosquitoes, horseflies or wasps), apply an anti-itch cream containing a local anesthetic.
Use a soothing after-bite gel to soothe the epidermis in the event of insect or stinging plant bites causing temporary redness and itching sensations.

In the evening or during the day, to protect against mosquito bites or other biting insects (ticks, wasps), the use of skin repellents is strongly recommended. In addition, particularly in high-risk areas, clothing can be impregnated with permethrin spray or dip. For children under the age of walking, the use of mosquito nets, preferably impregnated on cradles and strollers, remains the most effective method of preventing the bites of these tiny flying insects.

How can I relieve the itching of insect bites?

The bite is painful. It is accompanied by local redness, swelling (local oedema) and slight induration. This reaction is sometimes accompanied by itching. Produced by vasoactive amines and peptides, this reaction generally disappears within a few hours.

While the majority of insect bites are benign, some can provoke reactions of varying degrees of severity. Allergic people need to be particularly vigilant. Fortunately, such accidents are rare, and for most of us, a few precautions are all that's needed to cope better with these summer enemies.

Lavender essential oil for complete action:

When is it needed? Fine lavender (or lavender officinalis) essential oil (EO) for all insect bites; lavender aspic essential oil (EO) for bites with venom (bees, wasps...).
Why does it help? Both have an anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic action. In lavender aspic EO, camphor reinforces the anesthetic action. They are also antiseptic and healing.

You can also read our blog tips on using thenatural anti-mosquito solution with geranium hydrosol. For more information, ask your pharmacist on our secure form.

How Soothing Gel works

The gel has a triple action mechanism:

Reduces itching: thanks to its soothing and calming active ingredients, it interrupts the scratching cycle, preventing further skin damage.
Inflammation reduction: Anti-inflammatory ingredients reduce redness and swelling caused by the local immune reaction.
Skin hydration and repair: moisturizing and healing ingredients restore the damaged skin barrier, accelerating skin regeneration.

Typical composition and role of active ingredients

Soothing active ingredients

These ingredients provide immediate relief from itching and irritation:

Aloe Vera: A natural moisturizer, it soothes inflammation and promotes healing of skin micro-injuries.
Bisabolol: Extracted from chamomile, it calms redness and soothes sensitive skin.
Calamine: Reduces itching sensations thanks to its cooling effect.

Anti-inflammatory agents

These ingredients treat swelling and reduce skin reactions:

Dexpanthenol (provitamin B5): Repairs and regenerates damaged tissue while moisturizing the skin.
Licorice extract: Contains glycyrrhizins with powerful anti-inflammatory properties.

Antiseptics

To prevent secondary infections, gels often include disinfecting agents:

Chlorhexidine: Limits bacterial proliferation around the sting.
Antiseptic essential oils: such as tea tree, known for their purifying action.

Cooling agents

These ingredients instantly reduce the sensation of heat and tingling:

Menthol: Provides an immediate sensation of freshness and acts as a mild anesthetic.
Camphor: soothes irritation with its calming action.

Benefits of Soothing Sting Gel

Instant relief: Itching is one of the main symptoms of insect bites. Thanks to its soothing properties, the gel provides immediate comfort, calming irritated skin on application.
Inflammation reduction: By reducing redness and swelling, the gel limits the visible appearance of bites and prevents symptoms from worsening.
Infection prevention: Excessive scratching can lead to secondary infections, particularly in children or people with fragile skin. The antiseptic agents contained in the gel effectively prevent these complications.
Accelerated skin repair: By promoting hydration and tissue regeneration, the gel helps restore the skin barrier damaged by scratching, reducing the risk of scarring.
Suitable for all skin types: The gentle formulation of many soothing gels, often alcohol- and fragrance-free, makes them suitable for sensitive skin, children and even pregnant women.

What anti-mosquito products can I find on the Soin-et-Nature website?

Soin-et-Nature offers a complete range of anti-mosquito products to effectively protect the whole family and soothe discomfort linked to bites. Here are the categories available:

For fast relief from mosquito bites, specific solutions reduce itching and soothe irritated skin.
For effective protection against mosquitoes, anti-mosquito sprays offer a reliable barrier suitable for all situations.
To impregnate your clothes and mosquito nets, specific lotions extend protection against insects, even outdoors.
For a practical, portable solution, mosquito repellent bracelets provide long-lasting protection, ideal for travel or outdoor activities.
To soothe the skin after a bite, soothing gels immediately relieve itching and promote healing.
For targeted, easy application, mosquito repellent roll-ons provide fast, precise protection or relief.

These anti-mosquito products, available on the Soin-et-Nature website, help prevent bites and soothe irritation naturally and effectively, while adapting to all needs and lifestyles.