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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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