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Orphea Clothes Protector

Orphea is a Swiss moth protection brand. Shops and formats are below.

Updated Oct 25, 2026. Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.

Where to buy

Swiss and European pharmacies stock Orphea most reliably. Outside Europe, look for import sellers on marketplaces.

Professional insight

Wardrobe care pros pick an Orphea format by space and lifespan.

Hangers suit wardrobes, cushions suit drawers.
Note the weeks of protection printed on each pack.
Clean wool before storing, since moths seek soiled fibres.
Mark a replacement date on the pack.

Check the label

Orphea brand name and product format on the front.
Scent, such as lavender or floral.
Weeks of protection stated on the pack.
Number of pieces and area each one covers.
Active ingredients, often geraniol or lavender oil.
Hazard symbols and allergy warnings.
Language of the instructions you can read.

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Types

Common Orphea formats
Format	Where it goes	Typical life
Hanger	Wardrobe rail	About 3 months
Sheets or strips	Between folded clothes, pockets	About 12 weeks
Cushions or sachets	Drawers and chests	About 6 weeks
Spray	Fabric and closet surfaces	Reapply as the label says

How to use it

1Wash or dry clean clothes before storing them.
2Vacuum the wardrobe floor and corners.
3Place one hanger per compartment, or as the pack says.
4Spray from the stated distance and let fabric dry.
5Replace on the date shown on the pack.

Storage

Keep unopened packs sealed so the scent lasts.
Store away from food and heat.
Use airtight bags for wool and cashmere off season.
Avoid direct contact with silk if the label warns against it.

Common questions

Does Orphea kill moths?: Most formats repel moths with scent. Check each pack for its claim.
Is it the same as mothballs?: No. Orphea uses plant oils instead of naphthalene.
Can I get it in the US?: Mostly through import sellers. Stock can be patchy.