10 Tips to Protect Children from Mosquitoes and Insects During Vacation

In the evening hours when mosquitoes are more active, dress your children in clothing that covers their arms and legs.
Never use insect repellents on children under 2 years old. Instead, opt for physical protection methods such as mosquito nets, mesh canopies, or long-sleeved clothing.
Try to use natural insect repellents as an alternative to DEET-based products when protecting children.
For children over 2 years old, you can use mosquito and insect repellent products when outdoors to protect them from mosquitoes, bugs, bees, and spiders.
Remember that the active ingredients in insect repellents can pose risks to children. Therefore, choose products with less than 30% DEET concentration.
Do not spray repellent directly on the child’s face. Spray it onto your hand first, then gently apply it to their face, avoiding the mouth and eye areas completely.
If your child has any open wounds, cuts, or irritated skin, do not apply insect repellent to those areas.
After using insect repellent, have your child wash their hands, face, and entire body before bedtime to remove any product residue.
Sweet foods like juice, candy, or ice cream can attract insects—especially bees. Do not leave children unattended while they are eating such foods.
Avoid using sunscreen and insect repellent at the same time. Reapplying sunscreen may increase the skin’s absorption of the repellent, leading to overexposure.