Safe Anti Mosquito Lotion for Babies

Mother certainly does not want your child to experience bumps due to mosquito bites when invited to go out of the house. Even when in the house, not necessarily free of mosquitoes. But, is it possible to use anti-mosquito lotion in infants? Anti-mosquito lotion is usually used by adults to protect themselves from mosquito bites. However, that does not mean adult anti-mosquito lotion can also be used on babies, because the baby's skin is still thin and very sensitive, especially newborn babies. Therefore, Mother needs to be more careful in choosing products to use for Little One. Come on, find out what kind of anti-mosquito lotion is suitable for babies.

Benefits and Content of Antinyamuk Lotion

Anti-mosquito lotion is an effort that is often the choice to protect your child from mosquito bites. By preventing mosquito bites, anti-mosquito lotion is expected to protect babies from viruses carried by mosquitoes. Anti-mosquito lotion is especially needed when you are or are traveling to an area that is infected by mosquito bites, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF). Generally mosquito repellent lotion contains DEET and picaridin. The DEET concentration level in the anti-mosquito lotion indicates the length of product endurance when used. Similar to DEET, picaridin is useful to provide longer protection from mosquito bites. Lotion with these contents, safe to use after the baby is 2 months old. DEET is considered safe for babies, however some parents choose DEET-free anti-mosquito lotion. Lotion which is often an alternative choice is one that contains natural essential oils from plants, such as citronella, peppermint, or lemongrass. While products with eucalyptus oil content should be used in children aged 3 years and over. However, because it is not as strong as chemical-resistant mosquitoes, this material needs to be applied repeatedly.

Tips for Using Anti-Mosquito Lotion Safely

In general, the following are guidelines for using anti-mosquito lotion to keep it safe for babies.

• Read the rules of use. Make sure the lotion is safe to use for babies.
• Infants under 2 months should not use anti-mosquito lotion.
• Apply a mosquito repellent lotion only to the part of the baby's skin that is not covered by clothes. No need for closed parts.
• Apply a thin layer. Applying it in large quantities will not provide extra protection.
• Anti-mosquito spray can be sprayed onto clothes, to the ends of clothing that are close to the surface of the skin. Only use anti-mosquito spray on the skin if needed.
• Avoid mosquito repellent lotions from the palms, mouths, and eyes of babies.
• Do not apply lotion to areas of baby's skin that are irritating or having an open wound.
• Clean the skin that has been smeared with lotion if it is not needed. This is especially important if the lotion has been applied several times.
• Stop using if the baby has a rash because of anti-mosquito use. Babies may experience allergic reactions or irritations. Wash with baby soap and water, until clean from exposure to anti mosquitoes. If necessary, take Little to the doctor along with anti-mosquito lotion that causes rashes.
• Avoid scented anti-mosquito lotion which actually attracts the attention of insects. Other products with fragrances, such as detergents with fragrances also need to be avoided.
• Be aware that mosquito repellent lotions generally do not protect from ant bites or bee stings.

Avoid using sunscreen and mosquito repellent at the same time. Apply sunscreen first before anti-mosquito. But if possible, it's better if both of them are applied at different times. When stored at home, keep these anti-mosquito products out of the reach of children. Wash Mother's hands after applying lotion. In addition to anti-mosquito lotion, Mother can still use other protective objects that are safe for babies, such as mosquito netting or wire, curtains, mosquito nets, or mosquito repellent. It is no less important to ward off mosquitoes, use light clothes but enough to cover most of the baby's skin, especially when outside the room. Choose clothes that are brightly colored rather than dark colors that attract mosquitoes more. Wear socks, especially when the baby is outdoors. For other more specific steps, you can ask your pediatrician. So, make no mistake about the use of anti-mosquito lotion for Little Yes, Bun.