Avon Bug Guard
Protect against the Zika Virus and West Nile Virus with Avon Bug Guard
In May of 2015, the Pan American Health Organization issued a health alert regarding this most recent Zika Virus infection in Brazil.
The outbreaks led to reports of the Guillain-Barre Syndrome occurring in pregnant women giving birth to babies with birth defects as well as poor pregnancy outcomes.
There have also been cases reported in the United States.
The EPA recommends DEET free Avon Bug guard
The centers of disease control and prevention suggest using insect repellent products that have been registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency.
DEET, Picaridan, IR3535 and oil of lemon eucalyptus are all EPA registered ingredients and are certified to help prevent insect bites that could lead to West Nile virus, Zika Virus or other illnesses.
Most insect repellants out there are loaded with toxic chemicals, including the pesticide DEET, which is so poisonous that even the Environmental Protection Agency says you should wash it off your skin when you return indoors, avoid breathing it in and not spray it directly on your face.
One of the most serious concerns of DEET is it’s effect on the central nervous system.
The good news is that Avon has a line of Avon Bug Guard products that are DEET free.
Avon bug guard is an EPA registered insect repellent that has been around since 1999. It’s deet free and has a variety of formulas. It has been proven to be effective as S.C. Johnson’s OFF!! Which contains DEET!!
Avon Bug Guard FAQ
Is it safe for my family?
- Apply repellents only to exposed skin.
- Do not use repellents under clothing.
- Never use repellents over cuts, wounds or irritated skin.
- Do not apply to eyes or mouth, and apply sparingly around ears.
- When using sprays, do not spray directly on face – spray on hands first and apply to face.
- Use just enough repellent to cover exposed skin. Heavy application and saturation are generally unnecessary for effectiveness.
- If biting insects do not respond to a thin film of repellent than apply a but more.
- If using products containing Picaridin wash treated skin with soap and water after use.
- Keep repellent out of reach of children. Do not apply to their hands – they may put their hands in their mouth.
- For children under the age of 2 consult a doctor.
What are the active ingredients in the product?
Avon Bug Guard formulas contain either one of the following EPA registered active ingredients.
- Picaridin is a synthetically derived ingredient and is an effective alternitive to DEET. It has a low odor with a light clean feel. This syntheticially based ingredient should be washed off after use.
- IR3535 is botanically based ingredient. It is non-greasy and an effective repellent that protects agaings a broad range of insects. It is a gentle formula that does not have to be washed off after use or returning indoors.
Which Avon Bug Guard Should I use?
If you’ll be outdoors during dusk or dawn and in areas where mosquitos and insects are most active SSS bug guard plus Picaridin would be the best choice.
If you’ll be out and about during the day when sun protection and insect protection is both needed then one of the SSS bug guard plus IR3535 formulas would be best.
Either of these products come in an aerosol spray, pump spray or lotion.
Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard plus Picaridin
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