Is Herbal Screen as effective as other repellents?
Yes. Herbal Screen has been thoroughly tested by an
independent laboratory (Carroll-Loye Biological Research in California). the
effectiveness in bite reduction was 96.5%, which can be compared to 97.8%
for a leading brand DEET product. Since both product results have a standard
deviation or margin of error of over 2%, that means there's not significant
difference between the 2 in protection. The duration of protection was 2
hours or more for the majority of people tested. It is recommended to
reapply product every 2 hours or as needed. Herbal Screen is as effective or
more effective than other leading natural insect repellents on the market,
and competitively priced.
What is DEET?
DEET stands fro Diethyl-N-Toluamide. This chemical was
developed by the US Department of Agriculture and is manufactured by 2 of
the largest chemical corporations (US) in the world. There has been some
controversy over the safety of DEET products, most notably on children.
Herbal Screen products are 100% DEET free, offering a natural insect
repellent solution without potentially harmful chemicals.
Are 'natural' repellents safe and effective?
Some 'natural' repellents are safe and others are not. It is
the concentration of certain plant extracts and oils which can be harmful in
large quantities. Citronella is an extract of Citronella Grass and is safe
to use up to about 10%. Herbal Screen products have an acceptable
concentration of products to provide safe use. Herbal Screen in an effective
product and has been tested thoroughly within an independent testing
facility.
What ingredients does Herbal Screen contain?
Herbal Screen is a natural insect repellent made from a
combination of plant extracts. Pure essential oils of citronella, mint,
cedar and/or vetiver are combined with an alcohol tincture of gavilana for
multi-layered protection against a variety of biting insects. Aloe vera
extract and soy oil form a base. The formula is pH buffered to maintain your
skin's natural balance.
Where can I order Herbal Screen? How much?
Herbal Screen can be purchased directly on our Web Site. See
our
Order Online
page for details.
Do mosquitoes pass on HIV/AIDS?
HIV?AIDS is not transmitted via mosquitoes. Other diseases of
concern are transmitted by mosquitoes, such as West Nile Virus.
What insects does Herbal Screen protect you from?
Herbal Screen provides effective protection against
mosquitoes, ticks, fleas and no-see-'ems.
Is Herbal Screen safe for the environment?
Herbal Screen is a 100% natural product. It is nontoxic for
you and the environment.
