Always Use DEET Free Mosquito Repellent Products

by sokadmin · Published April 13, 2022 · Updated April 29, 2022

Safe-O-Mos has a wide range of mosquito repellent bands. It provides the safest way to protect little ones from mosquito bites. Both inside the house and outside and is a brand that totally dedicates to children’s safety, Safe-O-Mos does NOT use any ingredients harmful for kids (No Eucalyptus extracts and DEET Free / No Picardin/Alcohol like chemicals) as such ingredients might interfere with child’s nervous and respiratory systems and cause discomfort or severe side effects like seizures.

Always Use DEET Free Mosquito Repellent Products:

What is DEET and how it is harmful? With many mosquito repellent products available on the market, every parent should know about the ingredients used, especially DEET. DEET is a mosquito repellent chemical which was first registered in 1957 for use. It is a synthetic chemical which is derived from coal tar and is known for its high capability of repelling insects. DEET is the short form of its chemical name, N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide which has a characteristic faint odor and is nearly colorless in its liquid form. The product was first invented for use for US army in 1946. After this it became available for public use in 1947 for adults as well as children. It was used for personal use and applied directly on the skin for repelling insects.

Mosquito repellents mainly have DEET, and it is seen that more than 30% Americans slather it on their skin. This chemical resists biting insects such as ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, etc. It is in use for past 40 years by millions of years to reduce the risk of mosquito bites and fleas. Moreover, the products made of DEET are available in many forms. Such as lotions, aerosol, pump sprays, gels and creams.

Mosquitoes and other blood-sucking bites come towards the host from their body odor. They also come close by sensing carbon-dioxide that we breathe out. When a person applies DEET insect repellant over their skin and the insect approaches, it confuses the sensors of the insect and repels them. These formulations work over a short distance, and hence you may find several insects buzzing near you. Until and unless they bite you there is no need to apply more of the repellent formulation.

But Is DEET Safe For Children?

DEET is a chemical compound of toluene family and hence is an organic solvent. By organic solvent, we mean that it is absorbable by the skin. Various studies in the US shows that about 56 percent of the DEET applied to the skin is absorbed. And about 17 percent of it is further absorbed in the blood stream. If applied over the stomach area, it can also be absorbed by the gut. In other words, DEET is not quite safe for use, especially for children. Read on to know the effects of DEET.

The nervous system of children

The adverse effect on the nervous system of children is the most serious concern. This harmful chemical compound deteriorates the standard functioning of a child’s brain. While treating animals with DEET it was seen that it severely affects their neurological behaviour and muscle coordination. Many children who were exposed to DEET in significant amount have been reported of memory seizure and neurological disorders.

Skin and mucous-membrane ailments

Frequent and long exposure to DEET formulations over skin can result in inflammation, numbness or burning of lips, skin irritation, rashes and difficulty in concentrating. Studies reveal that children of about 6 to 10 years of age are more prone to catching skin ailments than adults.

Respiratory Disorders

If sensitive children get an exposure to a substantial amount of DEET formulations they are likely to have respiratory diseases such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, etc. Even though it helps in repelling mosquitoes, DEET has many adverse effects on the health and is not safe for use, especially for children. Always Use DEET Free Mosquito Repellent Products.

About Safe-O-Kid Mosquito Repellant Products (A Part of Baby Safety Inc)

Safe-O-Kid has a wide range of mosquito repellent products that are safe, natural and environment-friendly. The products are especially for kids and carry certification by international experts for lasting effectiveness and zero side effects.

Being a brand that totally dedicates to children’s safety, Safe-O-Kid does NOT use any ingredients harmful for kids (No Eucalyptus extracts and No DEET/ Picardin/Alcohol like chemicals) as such ingredients might interfere with child’s nervous and respiratory systems and cause discomfort or severe side effects like seizures.

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