But there are more natural mosquito repellents available that may also be effective.
Safe natural mosquito repellent for babies.
Natural skin application repellents safe for use from 3 months.
Chemical free electric options 3.
You don t want mosquitoes biting and bothering your baby when you go outside yet many mosquito repellents aren t safe for kids or babies.
Insect repellent sprays may work faster but the chemical can harm your baby s health.
Natural insect repellents.
With citronella and lavender oil you can easily produce an organic insect spray for small children and babies from 6 months.
If you re looking for natural mosquito repellents you have the following options.
Both natural mosquito repellents and essential oils as natural insect repellents have been marketed as being less toxic both to children and the environment.
A 2002 study of mosquito repellents found that the soy based bite blocker for kids was the most effective natural alternative to deet.
Natural skin application repellents safe for use from 3 months 2.
Not only is it more pleasant but it s free from chemical residue and is gentle on your baby s sensitive skin.
That s why you have to find the best mosquito repellent for babies.
Moreover most sprays have a pungent smell due to the presence of kerosene another insecticide.
Fortunately there is also a version for mosquito protection which can be used for babies from 6 months in appropriate dilution.
Not safe for babies.
Natural insect repellents like essential oils.
Applying bug spray to your baby s delicate skin can be scary but it s necessary to prevent dozens of bites.
Organic mosquito spray for babies and toddlers.
Essential oils and scents not to be applied to the skin.
Although they are not usually thought to last as long some parents like the idea of using a deet free natural insect repellent.
Says mosquito repellents that contain deet or picaridin are safe for adults and children over the age of 2.
This natural bug repellent offered more than 90 minutes of.
It uses citronella lemongrass and cedar essential oils to keep mosquitoes and other biting insects at bay.
Insect repellents may get rid of the bugs but the strong scents can also bug your baby s nose.
Kerosene is proven to be toxic to the body when inhaled in the form of vapors.