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However, because there is no certification of the soil in Thailand we cannot claim organic status in the UK. </p> <p> <strong>Should you use incognito during the day?</strong> </p> <p> The Dengue and Yellow Fever carrying mosquito Aedes aegypti is active during the day so yes, definitely apply incognito to protect yourself! </p> <p> <strong>Is incognito safe for children?</strong> </p> <p> Provided a patch test is done and there is no irritation, incognito is perfectly safe for shielding young ones. </p> <p> <strong>How frequently do I apply incognito?</strong> </p> <p> Because everybody's body chemistry is different, the frequency of re-application is up to you. Personally, I'd rather have too much on rather than too little. Unlike DEET, incognito is non-toxic so it can be used as often as you like. Always apply before going out and reapply after swimming. </p> <p> <strong>Why is there a man or woman dancing on the incognito bottle?</strong> </p> <p> Because they are totally free to enjoy themselves having safeguarded themselves with incognito! </p> <p> <strong>Is there any difference in the contents between the man and woman?</strong> </p> <p> No, the contents are the same in each bottle of incognito. </p> <p> <strong>Why doesn’t incognito evaporate?</strong> </p> <p> Incognito is fitted with a sophisticated double valve cap that prevents any loss of fluid. It's a similar mechanism to your heart, which is also fitted with double valves, hence it is VERY reliable! This sealed environment means that incognito does not escape from the bottle. </p> <p> <strong>How much do I need?</strong> </p> <p> One bottle lasts one adult one week when there are many mosquitoes around. </p> </div> <div id="right_why"> <p> <strong>How big is the bottle?</strong> </p> <p> Each bottle contains a generous 100ml and is approximately 15.5cm high and 4cm in diameter. </p> <p> <strong>How long does it last?</strong> </p> <p> It has a shelf life of at least 3 years and can be stored for at least another year after the Best Before date i.e. the current batch of BB 08/08 will be effective until at least the end of 2009. </p> <p> <strong>Why is the bottle black?</strong> </p> <p> Incognito is in a stylish yet very functional black bottle. The black bottle also has a practical purpose as it prevents UV light from breaking down the potent molecules inside. </p> <p> <strong>Why is incognito dissolved in alcohol?</strong> </p> <p> Citronella does not dissolve easily in water. Furthermore, incognito is applied a lot more effectually to the skin, as the alcohol evaporates instantly. A cool feeling! Lastly, it is part of the invisible cloaking process as the ethanol kills bacteria that feed on the skin; emitting a strong kairomone during this activity. </p> <p> <strong>Where is the Fairtrade logo?</strong> </p> <p> Although we purchase incognito fairly from small farms and family businesses we do not believe in dictating to them what they must do with the generous price we pay them. However, since inception we have been educating the manufacturing community in many things from quality control to the importance of the environment, which we are doing our utmost to conserve and preserve. We are committed to this spirit of cooperation. </p> <p> <strong>Is DEET really that dangerous?</strong> </p> <p> Yes, a good few people have been documented as dying from using <a href="http://www.numarkpharmacists.com/nw04/natural_bug_sprays250805.htm" title="www.numarkpharmacists.com" target="_blank">DEET</a> (chemical name N,N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide, former nomenclature N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide-), mainly children. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has documented many cases of DEET users experiencing fainting, nausea, vomiting, headaches and seizures! Only use DEET as a last resort and if this is the case, a 50% concentration will suffice as there is no added benefit to higher concentrations; just increased risk of an adverse reaction. 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