Protective socks
Protecting your feet is an important factor in preventing bites and stings. Scientific research has shown that various types of (malaria) mosquitoes prefer biting feet, ankles and lower legs. And ticks live in grass, shrubs, heathland and low vegetation, so they usually come into contact with your feet, ankles and lower legs first.
Insect repellent Care Plus® Bugsox hiking socks are available in four different colours in sizes 35 to 47. Scientific research has shown that various types of (malaria) mosquitoes and flies prefer biting feet, ankles and lower legs. And ticks live in grass, shrubs, heathland and low vegetation, so they usually first come into contact with your feet, ankles and lower legs. Protecting your feet reduces the chances of insect and tick bites.
Bugsox Adventure
These comfy socks from Care Plus® are available in the colours navy, black and khaki and Adventure and City designs. The City variant of these insect repellent socks are suitable for daily use, light walks and, for example, city trips. Use a chlorine-free detergent and store the socks in a dark place.
Benefits
- Insect and tick resistant
- Comfort at high and low temperatures
- Keep feet fresh and odourless for longer
- Moisture-regulating and quick-drying effect (Coolmax®)
- Suitable for long walks on any type of terrain
Bugsox: Impregnated hiking socks
Going outdoors? Protect yourself against insect bites! Cover your skin as much as possible with protective clothing. In addition, it is recommended to apply a good insect repellent to exposed skin, like our Anti-Insect products with or without DEET. Do you want to protect your feet, ankles and lower legs from insect bites? Wear Bugsox: the Care Plus® insect repellent and impregnated hiking socks!
Bugsox Traveller
The Care Plus® Traveller bugsox are comfortable, impregnated socks that are not only comfortable, but also have a repellent effect on ticks. The Traveller variant of these insect repellent socks are suitable for daily use, and ideal to take with you on long-distance travels. Always use a chlorine-free detergent when washing and keep the socks in a dark place, this extends the repellent effect of the (biodegradable) permethrin.
Benefits
- Insect and tick resistant
- Comfort at high and low temperatures
- Keep feet fresh and odourless for longer
- Moisture-regulating and quick-drying effect (Coolmax®)
- Suitable for long walks, also on long-distance travels
Bamboo action
Care Plus® Bugsox are made with bamboo. Bamboo is breathable and stays cool in excessive heat by absorbing moisture and ventilation. In the cold, the microstructure forms a base layer that keeps you warm. In addition, bamboo has a natural antibacterial action and the Bugsox keep your feet fresh and odourless for longer. This is more hygienic for your feet.
Coolmax® action
Coolmax® is a high-tech fibre specially developed for a dry and comfortable feel. These fibres transport the moisture from the skin to the outer layer of the sock where it can quickly evaporate. Bugsox are sold per pair.
First Aid for tick bites
When you have been bitten by a tick, it is essential to get the right treatment immediately. First of all, treatment consists of the correct and safe removal of the tick with the Care Plus® Tick Remover. Preferably do this within 8 hours after a tick bite. Only after the tick has been removed, you can disinfect the bite with alcohol.
Increase in infected ticks in (Northern) Europe
Stinging insects are not only unpleasant, but they can also sometimes transmit serious infectious diseases, such as:
- malaria
- yellow fever
- dengue
- Lyme disease
Scientific research has shown that several species of (malaria) mosquitoes prefer biting the feet, ankles and lower legs. Ticks tend to approach the body from the feet and ankles. Protecting your feet is of essential importance. Care Plus® Bugsox offer this protection and mosquitoes won’t stand a chance.
Increase in infected ticks in (Northern) Europe
Ticks are spider-like creatures that can attach themselves with their mouthparts in the skin of its host and feed on blood. A tick infected with Lyme borreliosis can transmit the disease with sometimes severe consequences. Scientific research has shown that the number of ticks infected with Lyme borreliosis in (Northern) Europe is continually increasing. The HealthGuard™ impregnated Bugsox will protect you from ticks.
