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Insect repellent
 
» EBAAP
› Very effective against many insects including mosquitoes.
› Gives long lasting repellence in challenging climates.
› Shown to be safe for use on skin without toxic, allergic and sensitising properties.
› Soluble in alcohol and isopropyl myristate at up to 50%.
 
» DEET
› Most commonly used insect repellent worldwide.
› Typically used in formulations at 50% active.
› Effective against mosquitoes, ticks and flees.
› Not suitable in formulations for children above 15%.
 
» Citronella
› Naturally derived insect repellent.
› Safer for sensitive skin and children’s formulations.
› Less damaging to plastics and fabrics that other insect repellents.
› High usage in insect repellent candles.
 
» Andiroba Oil
› Natural oil extracted from the Andiroba tree which grows throughout the Amazon rain forest.
› Used as a natural insect repellent and to treat insect bites.
› Can also be used to soothe the skin due to anti-inflammatory properties.
› Believed to be a natural antiseptic.
 
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