Protection Against Creepy Crawlies This Halloween

Halloween is not just about spooky costumes and sweet treats—it’s also about ensuring you and your family stay protected from insects, especially if you're celebrating outdoors. Here’s how to stay safe from mosquitoes, ticks, and head lice this Halloween, depending on where you are celebrating.

UK: Damp and Cool, but Mosquitoes Still Linger

Even though temperatures are cooler in the UK during October, mosquitoes still pose a threat, especially near rivers, wetlands, and indoors where they seek warmth. Mosquitoes tend to become more active at night, making trick-or-treating a bit risky for bites, particularly in humid or poorly ventilated spaces​.

Protection Tip: Use incognito Insect Repellent Spray for outdoor events like haunted trails or evening walks. If you’re staying indoors, especially with windows open, consider our Room Refresher to keep mosquitoes at bay while providing a pleasant, natural scent.

Australia: Warm Evenings and Active Mosquitoes

In Australia, mosquitoes remain a significant concern in October, especially in coastal regions or near water sources. They’ll be quite active during the warmer Halloween evenings. It’s important to protect exposed skin while participating in outdoor Halloween events.

Protection Tip: Apply incognito Roll-On Repellent or the Insect Repellent Mini Spray before heading out for evening celebrations like costume parties or outdoor festivities. Both of these products are small, convenient and quick to apply and reapply.

USA: Ticks and Mosquitoes Galore

In parts of the US, particularly the Northeast and Midwest, ticks are still a concern during October. Halloween hikes through wooded areas or even time spent in parks could expose you to ticks, which are still active despite cooler weather​. Additionally, mosquitoes continue to thrive in warmer regions like the Southeast, posing a threat during outdoor celebrations.

Protection Tip: Before embarking on a spooky hike or an outdoor costume party, make sure to use incognito's Insect Repellent Lotion for full-body protection. To defend against ticks, especially in dense vegetation, incognito’s Roll-On Repellent is a convenient choice.

Canada: Watch Out for Ticks

Canada's autumn is famous for its crisp air, but don't let the cool weather fool you—ticks are still active, especially in wooded areas and parks where families might go for Halloween nature walks or evening events. Lyme disease is a concern, so tick protection is essential​.

Protection Tip: Use incognito’s Insect Repellent Spray when venturing out into tick-prone areas. A good practice is also wearing long sleeves and pants during outdoor activities, but the extra layer of incognito's all-natural repellent adds a necessary safeguard.

Final Word: Don’t Forget the Lice!

With Halloween gatherings, head lice can be an uninvited guest, especially when kids are trying on costumes, hats, and wigs. This problem is common in both the UK and North America​

Protection Tip: Use incognito Hair & Body Wash post-Halloween to keep lice at bay, while providing added protection from any bugs lingering in your hair after a fun night.

No matter where you are celebrating this Halloween, incognito’s natural products will keep you safe from insects, allowing you to focus on the fun rather than the bites!