First defence

[Grayjay]

Hi

I'm off on my hols next week with 2 1/2 hour flight. A while ago I read a post about flying and prevention of catching infections using a spray or balm called First Defence. I've seen it in Boots in spray form but was under the impression that it came as a balm as well. If not I'll just buy the spray.

Thanks.

[stone-UK]

Hi

Only one product.

vicks.co.uk/en-gb/shop-prod...

[Grayjay in reply to stone-UK]

Thanks Stone, I'll buy that tody.

[Hidden]

Hi Grayjay, there is a balm called Nasal Guard Cold and Flu block which comes in a tiny tube. Boots sell it. It is quite expensive but you only need a tiny bit round your nostrils and mouth. I began to use it because First Defense can sometimes be quite harsh. I used it all last winter and on an 8 hour flight. No colds or viruses at all. Fingers crossed for this year.

[Grayjay in reply to Hidden]

Thanks I'll see if they have it in stock.

[peege]

Take care inhaling the Vicks 1st Defence. When I first used it I sniffed it right up the same as I do with my daily nasal spray. Oh my goodness, it was awful. Just a squirt in each nostril, without inhaling.

[Grayjay]

Thanks peege, good advice. I finally settled on Boots Dual Defence after comparing 3 different products. Hope it works.

All the best.

[Hokeycokey]

I sniff tea tree oil on flights and put some under my nose to help keep infections out

[Hidden]

It doesnt work for me, just get a very sore nose from it.

[Hidden]

I tried the Vicks version and almost burnt the nose off myself!! My eyes watered something awful!!

[timCHP]

Hi. Also take some antiseptic wipes. The main way to catch colds and flu on a plane is through touch as the surfaces rarely get properly cleaned. Wipe down tray tables, arm rests, the seat belt buckle etc., and use a tissue to lock and unlock the toilet door. Have a good flight!

[undine]

I use the vicks nasal spray which I note others have had problems with - they do tell you not to inhale it and I don't sniff it up as it is meant to lodge I believe at he back of the nostril as that is where the flu virus takes hold - so if you sniff it or inhale it goes through there and then through to the back of the throat so would not work so well and may sting - if my nose gets sensitive I only have a couple of doses - had not heard of the gel but sounds a good idea - have a good flight whatever xx

[Grayjay in reply to undine]

Thanks a lot.