if you use anti-mosquito and other bug spray please remember the dangers of long term DEET exposure and safety precautions when using DEET.
The Insect Repellent DEET | Pesticides | US EPA
DEET - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Insect Repellent DEET | Pesticides | US EPA
DEET - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
How to use DEET products safely
Consumers can reduce their own risks when using DEET by reading and following products labels. All DEET product labels include the following directions:
* Read and follow all directions and precautions on this product label.
* Do not apply over cuts, wounds, or irritated skin.
* Do not apply to hands or near eyes and mouth of young children.
* Do not allow young children to apply this product.
* Use just enough repellent to cover exposed skin and/or clothing.
* Do not use under clothing.
* Avoid over-application of this product.
* After returning indoors, wash treated skin with soap and water.
* Wash treated clothing before wearing it again.
* Use of this product may cause skin reactions in rare cases. The following additional statements will appear on the labels of all aerosol and pump spray formulation labels:
* Do not spray in enclosed areas.
* To apply to face, spray on hands first and then rub on face. Do not spray directly onto face.