Bourne Identity wrote:

Any amount of DEET is too much. It is a dangerous, period. There are
many things you can use other than DEET to repel mosquitoes.

There are three things besides DEET that are effective against
mosquitos, not many. Those tested on real people with real mosquitos
a

1) Repel Lemon Eucalyptus spray. Repel prevented bites by an aggressive
species for 4 to 7 hours, and more than 12 hours by a tamer type.

2) Cutter Advanced with Picaridin. This Cutter product prevented bites
for about 2 to 3 hours with the aggressive species of mosquitos, 8 hours
for the other.

3a) 10% DEET products. 10% DEET prevented bites for about 2 to 3 hours
with the aggressive species of mosquitos, 8 hours for the other.

3b) 33% DEET (3M Ultrathon). Ultrathon prevented bites for about 13
hours against aggressive species of mosquitos and protected against
ticks for 10 hours. It is what is used by the military and state
department.

4) Permethrin is effective if not applied to the skin. It is
neutralized by oils in the skin and is of no use. If applied according
to directions to clothing, it will protect against ticks and mosquitos.
It actually will both repel and kill mosquitos and ticks.

There are no data indicating that lemon eucalyptus or picaridin
effectively protect against ticks. Existing studies with these two
products only show a reduction in ticks attached, not protection.

"Toni" wrote:

After having to call 911 for myself after merely spraying DEET up into the
air and walking under the mist- I respectfully disagree.

Sheese, did you ever hear of reading the directions. Being safe doesn't
mean that extreme abuse can't cause problems. You don't breath it, you
apply it to your skin.
"It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner
inconsistent with its labeling. Read and follow all directions and
precautions on this product label. Hold container 4 to 6 inches away
from skin or clothing and spray. DO NOT use as a space spray. DO NOT
spray in enclosed areas. If used on the face, spray on hands first and
then apply sparingly and avoid eyes. DO NOT spray directly onto face.
Excessive inhalation can cause nasal and respiratory irritation. In
extremely rare cases, can cause nausea and nervous disorders, such as
fatigue, dizziness, headaches, lack of coordination, tremors and
unconsciousness."
Would you like an application for a Darwin Award?

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