10 insecticidas seguros para niños y bebés que puedes comprar para el verano

The arrival of warm weather means we can all finally play outside again, but with it comes the downside of bugs and mosquitos (and harmful sun rays!). While it's easy to find a spray that keeps bugs away, it's extremely difficult to parse ingredient lists and find one that is safe for children (and even adults). Most repellents contain DEET, an effective yet highly toxic chemical that can cause rashes, headaches, seizures, and other conditions. Luckily, you don't need to sacrifice your children's health to protect them from pesky critters.

Read ahead to learn more about a bunch of sprays (and some wristbands!) that safely protect your little ones from bug bites. And for you DIYers, we even have one repellent you can make with a few easy-to-find ingredients. For tips on applying repellent safely and effectively, check out the Environmental Protection Agency's website. Continue reading the complete article written by Rebecca Brown here.

ÚLTIMA ACTUALIZACIÓN

October 23, 2024

Escrito por
Foto miniatura Blog Autor

Popsugar

Menciones de Popsugar en los medios

Todo lo que te gusta, en un solo lugar.

Explorar más contenidos

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

This lightweight, 2-ounce filter removes bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment, and 100 per cent of microplastics.

Mia Wandl
Associate Producer

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

Sawyer’s insect repellent is also very effective for ticks and biting flies, and it won’t damage gear or equipment.

Tori Peglar
Escritor

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

This repellent, made from 20% Picaridin, provides up to 14 hours of protection against mosquitoes and ticks, and up to 8 hours against biting flies, gnats, chiggers and sand flies.

Lista de bebés
Menciones de la lista de bebés en los medios de comunicación