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What insect repellent would you recommend for children

over 9 years ago about All Locations

I'm off to southeast asia for a few weeks holiday. What would is the most effective mosquito repellent that is safe for children?

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Asked by Christopher via Travellr.com

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  Mmmm, that's a hard one!
  
  There are some health issues around children and the strength of insect repellants: http://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/factsheets.cfm?doc_id=7755 relating to DEET (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DEET).
  
  The best natural insect repellant seems to be: http://www.mosiguard.com.au/whatismosiguard.htm
  
  We have the same issue for a trip to Burma at the end of the year. over 9 years ago

  Answered by Original Nomad via WorldNomads.com