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Mosquito Repellent

Golden Hour™
$22

Rated 4.5 out of 5

Based on 1061 reviews

A clean bug spray that works—naturally.

This first-of-its-kind formula repels mosquitos with a unique strain of Indonesian citronella that's more effective than any other we've found (we put it through independent testing, just to be sure!).

Kinfield Golden Hour™ smells amazing, too—think a little bit citrus, a little bit vanilla. There's a reason this one keeps selling out.

Golden Hour actually smells good. I’ve even had strangers ask what scent I’m wearing. But more importantly: It works. I’ve tested Golden Hour both in the city and countryside, and so far I’m happily bite-free.

I can whole-heartedly swear on all the mosquitos in the world that Golden Hour works.

A bug spray that doesn’t stink—and works really, really well. My mother, who is even more beloved by biting insects than I am, wore it on a marshy family hike and didn’t get a single nibble.

We tested it all last summer and...didn’t get bitten once.

This buy spray smells amazing, but more importantly—it works.

The story of Golden Hour began in Bali, where our founder encountered a strain of Citronella that was unlike anything she had tried before.

It was effective against mosquitoes, grown locally on an island in Indonesia, and smelled delicious.

We then worked closely with researchers and independent labs to develop and test our perfect formula—a plant-based repellent that actually works.

A smiling woman with curly hair sprays Golden Hour repellent spray on her arm in front of a tree.

What's In It

Hero Ingredients

Citronella

Repels mosquitoes

We hand-sourced a strain of Indonesian citronella that has especially high amounts of the key compounds that repel mosquitoes—making it the best, most effective citronella we've ever seen.
Lemongrass

Uplifting

Lemongrass is packed with antioxidants, all while providing a bright and uplifting scent that we love.
Clove Bud

Rejuvenating

Clove offers a radiant glow to skin—plus it has been shown to repel certain mosquitoes.
Lauric Acid

Moisturizing

Lauric Acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid from coconut oil known for its moisturizing and skin-soothing properties.
Vanillin

Antioxidant

This oil is an antioxidant that is known for its ability to relax, calm, and lift one's mood—plus it smells delicious.

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FAQs

Will Golden Hour really help repel mosquitoes?

You bet! Golden Hour's performance has been tested against Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes through two rounds of double-blind testing by an independent lab. While independent results depend on your skin's unique biome, the lab confirmed an average of 3+ hours of protection time for most people. We have hundreds of rave reviews, too!

Will it repel all insects? Is it safe for kids? How often should I reapply? View All FAQs

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Use It When

Any time you'd rather not be snacked on by bugs while dining al fresco, sitting around the campfire, or enjoying an evening stroll.

Directions

Once outside, spray liberally over exposed skin or fitted clothing. Use adult supervision when applying to children. When applying to your face or to children, spray into hands first and pat to apply. Do not use on the hands of children. Reapply every 2 hours or as often as needed. We recommend patch testing on a small area of skin when using for the first time or when using in a new environment, as our product contains essential oils.

Recycling

This product is packaged with a mix of recyclable and non-recyclable materials.

Plastic Bottle

Made from Type 1 plastic, this bottle should be cleaned out and recycled curbside. Don't forget to remove the label!

Spray Pump

Spray misters are made from both plastic and metal, so they can't be recycled at home. Instead, send them to us or to Terracycle to be recycled.

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average rating 4.5 out of 5

Based on 1061 reviews

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88% of reviewers would recommend this product to a friend

Scent	Rated 4 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 4 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 4 out of 5
Quality	Rated 4 out of 5

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Reviewed by Judy L., from United States

Verified Buyer

Reviewing

Golden Hour™

I recommend this product

Age Range

45 - 54

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

It works

I am usually the unlucky one getting bit. 5-30 bites quickly. I not only have zero bites going out, I get compliments. My friends say I smell like candy. I’ll only use this forever. Thank you.

Scent	Rated 5 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 5 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 5 out of 5
Quality	Rated 5 out of 5

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We're over the moon to hear how effectively our Golden Hour has worked to keep those pesky biters at bay for you, Judy! It's wonderful to know our repellent provides you with the protection you need while leaving an enjoyable scent that has your friends swooning. Thank you for the incredibly kind review and for being part of our Kinfield community. We'll keep you bite-free and smelling sweet for many sunny days ahead!

xx,
Team Kinfield

Reviewed by Mary R., from United States

Verified Buyer

Reviewing

Golden Hour™

I recommend this product

Age Range

55 - 64

Best Uses

Outdoors
Daily Use
While Exercising
Backyard Time
Hiking

What I Love

Effective
Easy To Use
Not Greasy

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Really works!

This was our second summer season using this and it really works! The smell can be overpowering at first but it calms down after a couple of minutes. Still prefer this scent over others.

Scent	Rated 4 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 5 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 4 out of 5
Quality	Rated 5 out of 5

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Kinfield

We're over the moon to hear how effectively our Golden Hour has worked for you the past two summers, Mary! It's wonderful to know it provides you with the protection you need while being a preferred option over others, even with the initial scent. Thank you for the incredibly kind review and for being part of our community. We can't wait to keep you covered through many more sunny seasons ahead!

xx,
Team Kinfield

Reviewed by Anna R., from United States

Verified Buyer

Reviewing

Golden Hour™

I recommend this product

Age Range

55 - 64

Best Uses

Picnics
Backyard Time
Family Time
Summer Camp
Outdoors

What I Love

Effective
Easy To Use
Smells Great

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Bug Spray for social events!

Effective protection from biting insects that doesn't smell like I should only be camping or at the beach.

Scent	Rated 3 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 5 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 5 out of 5
Quality	Rated 4 out of 5

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Kinfield

We're over the moon to hear how effectively our Golden Hour has worked for you, Anna! It's wonderful to know it provides you with the protection you need from pesky biters while having an enjoyable scent suitable for any occasion. Thank you for the incredibly kind review and for being part of our Kinfield community. We've got your back through many more celebrations ahead!

xx,
Team Kinfield

Reviewed by Susan O., from United States

Verified Buyer

Reviewing

Golden Hour™

I recommend this product

Age Range

65+

Best Uses

Backyard Time

What I Love

Effective
Clean Ingredients
Smells Great
Easy To Use
Works As Promised

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Gets the mosquitoes to take a hike !

I think when you first spray it, the vaporization goes up your nose, but there’s ways to put it on without having to inhale that, but I don’t mind. It is a far superior mosquito repellent than any I have ever used.

Scent	Rated 5 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 5 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 5 out of 5
Quality	Rated 5 out of 5

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Kinfield

We're over the moon to hear how effectively our Golden Hour has been in keeping those pesky mosquitoes at bay for you, Susan! Thank you for the incredibly kind review and for being part of our Kinfield community. Here's to many more itch-free adventures ahead!

xx,
Team Kinfield

Reviewed by Noelle D., from United States

Verified Buyer

Reviewing

Golden Hour™

I recommend this product

Age Range

45 - 54

What I Love

Effective

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

It works!

I’ve only tried it 2 times so far, but it has drastically cut down on bites.

Scent	Rated 4 out of 5
Effectiveness	Rated 5 out of 5
Feel-Good Factor	Rated 4 out of 5
Quality	Rated 5 out of 5

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Kinfield

We're over the moon to hear how effectively our Golden Hour has been in keeping those pesky bugs at bay for you, Noelle! Thank you for the incredibly kind review and for being part of our Kinfield community. Here's to many more itch-free adventures ahead!

xx,
Team Kinfield

Mosquito Repellent

Golden Hour™ $22

Golden Hour actually smells good. I’ve even had strangers ask what scent I’m wearing. But more importantly: It works. I’ve tested Golden Hour both in the city and countryside, and so far I’m happily bite-free.

I can whole-heartedly swear on all the mosquitos in the world that Golden Hour works.

A bug spray that doesn’t stink—and works really, really well. My mother, who is even more beloved by biting insects than I am, wore it on a marshy family hike and didn’t get a single nibble.

We tested it all last summer and...didn’t get bitten once.

This buy spray smells amazing, but more importantly—it works.

The story of Golden Hour began in Bali, where our founder encountered a strain of Citronella that was unlike anything she had tried before.

What's In It

Hero Ingredients

Citronella

Repels mosquitoes

Lemongrass

Uplifting

Clove Bud

Rejuvenating

Lauric Acid

Moisturizing

Vanillin

Antioxidant

FAQs

Use It When

Directions

Recycling

Plastic Bottle

Spray Pump

It works

Kinfield

Really works!

Kinfield

Bug Spray for social events!

Kinfield

Gets the mosquitoes to take a hike !

Kinfield

It works!

Kinfield

Plays Well With Others

Golden Hour™
$22