Safety of Infant Mosquito Repellent Spray with Flora Solve, Essential Oils, and Lavender Hydrosol

Subject: Safety of Flora Solve in infant mosquito repellent

Hello,

Thank you for your question regarding the safety of using Flora Solve in a mosquito repellent spray for infants.

As the previous staff response mentioned, Flora Solve itself is considered highly safe and non-irritating, making it suitable for use in products for infants.

However, the overall safety of your proposed formulation for infants depends significantly on the other ingredients you plan to use, specifically the essential oils (lemongrass, citronella, eucalyptus) and the absence of preservatives.

• Essential Oils: Many essential oils, including lemongrass, citronella, and eucalyptus, are generally not recommended for use on infants or very young children. This is because their skin is much more sensitive and permeable, and their respiratory and nervous systems are still developing. These oils can potentially cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or other adverse effects when applied topically or inhaled by infants, even at low concentrations.
• Lack of Preservatives: Using a water-based ingredient like lavender hydrosol without an effective preservative system poses a risk of microbial contamination (bacteria, mold, yeast). While a small volume might seem less risky, contamination can still occur and can be harmful, especially when applied to an infant's skin.

Therefore, while Flora Solve is safe, the combination of using essential oils like lemongrass, citronella, and eucalyptus, along with the absence of preservatives in a water-based spray, makes the proposed formulation not advisable for use on infants.

For creating safe products for infants, it is crucial to use ingredients and formulations specifically proven safe for this age group and to ensure proper preservation for water-based products.

We recommend consulting with a qualified aromatherapist experienced in infant care or a healthcare professional before using any essential oil-based product on an infant.

Thank you.