This herbal insect repellent contains an extract of Neem seed oil known as Margosa. It is suitable for anyone, even those with a sensitivity to conventional insect repellents because it doesn’t contain any DEET, a synthetic and potentially toxic ingredient that appears in most repellents. Benefits and features of Neem Insect Repellent: Repellent for insects such as mosquitoes, flies and midges Made from Neem seed extract Suitable for those sensitive to conventional insect repellents Does not contain DEET Does not harm clothing or spectacle frames Can be used on children Neem insect repellent doesn’t harm clothing or spectacle frames, as with some other repellents. Neem Insect Repellent can be used on children, but make sure that it is applied by an adult and cover their eyes before spraying around the head. The Neem tree has a long history of use in Indian culture and Ayurvedic medicine. It has long been known that Neem can act as an insect repellent – it was traditional practice to add a few Neem leaves to rice stored in homes to repel insects and other similar creatures.