Diethyltoluamide is for external use only .
For safe and effective use, read the directions on the label before using any diethyltoluamide-containing preparations.
Use a product that contains low amounts - less than 30% of diethyltoluamide and apply it sparingly . Use just enough to cover the exposed area - s of the skin. One application using a product that contains low amounts of diethyltoluamide will last about 4 to 8 hours.
If you are applying this product on your face, keep it away from your eyes, lips, or the inside of your nose . If you accidentally get some in your eyes or onto your lips or the inside of your nose, immediately rinse these areas with plenty of water. Check with your family doctor if irritation, especially of your eyes, continues. If you are using an aerosol or spray form, do not spray it directly on your face. Instead, spray the palm of your hand and rub the repellent on, spreading it carefully on your face.
Do not apply this product to wounds or irritated or broken skin . To do so may increase the risk of absorption through the skin and the risk of unwanted effects. Apply sparingly onto skin folds because increased irritation is more likely to occur in these areas.
Wear long sleeves and long pants when possible and apply the repellent to clothing - shirts, pants, socks and hats instead of your skin to lessen exposure of your skin to diethyltoluamide. Do not apply it under clothing. - Diethyltoluamide will not damage clothing materials, such as cotton, wool, or nylon. However, it may damage acetate, rayon, spandex, or some other synthetic materials. Wash treated clothing after use or when protection is no longer needed.
Read the label very carefully to see if the product contains alcohol. Alcohol is flammable and can catch on fire Do not use any product containing alcohol near a fire or open flame, or while smoking. Always do not smoke after applying one of these products and do not expose your treated skin to fire or open flame until the diethyltoluamide on your skin has completely dried . In addition, keep your treated clothing away from fire, open flame, or smoke.
Do not keep the repellent on your skin any longer than necessary. Once it is not needed, or after you return indoors, wash treated skin with soap and water.
Do not use the product on or near furniture, plastics, watch crystals, leather, or painted or varnished surfaces, including automobiles, because diethyltoluamide may damage these materials.
To use the liquid or lotion forms of diethyltoluamide:
To use the topical aerosol or topical spray forms of diethyltoluamide:
To use the towelette form of diethyltoluamide:
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