If you suspect you or your child is having an adverse reaction to DEET, the EPA says you should stop using the product, wash ...

Always wash your hands after touching DEET-based bug repellents--especially before handling food. To avoid skin reactions to DEET, make sure to wash it off with soap and water after you go back ...

A doctor from UNM Health discusses why mosquito bites cause itching, potential health risks, and how to prevent them ...

Most incidents the E.P.A. noted were minor, involving skin, eye or respiratory irritation ... But the toxic side effects of DEET are far less common than what can occur with insect-borne illnesses ...

Mosquito bites are irritating at best and vectors for disease at worst. Depending on what country you are in, they can ...

They don’t include chemicals like DEET, picaridin ... against using pure oil of lemon eucalyptus on skin, since it can cause unfavorable reactions. It should also not be used on children ...

DEET has made some parents nervous because ... In addition, they can cause skin reactions for some people, so they might not be the best choice if your baby has sensitive skin.

This traditional spray is formulated with 25% DEET and has a powder ... Just be sure to test a patch on your skin first, as some people do get allergic reactions or irritations from eucalyptus ...

DEET can, however, ruin your favorite pair ... are often not tested for safety, can cause skin reactions, and even kill beneficial insects, says Machtinger. Opting for a bracelet, clip-on, or ...