Natural, high quality cacti contain minerals, vitamin C, the vitamin A precursor, B-carotene in levels comparable to spinach, along with saccharides, carbohydrates, simple sugars and a naturally occurring form of rodine. These and other compounds insure that the Prickly Pear Cactus is rarely attacked by insects in its natural enviornment. As it is known, when two or more atoms are joined, they become a chemical. With the exception of light and electricity, everything you see or touch is a chemical. The chemicals in consumer products are known as ingredients and are listed in a descending order of quantity.
Most consumers think in terms of 'good vs. bad' chemicals.
However, we at Safe Solutions, Inc. prefer to speak in terms of 'safe vs. unsafe' or 'appropriate vs. inappropriate' chemicals. Instead of saying 'No chemicals', which would be a false statement, we've learned to say 'No Harmful Chemicals'. We strive to use the highest quality ingredients and adhere to the highest industry standards, updating our materials as they become available. Ingredient listings and levels offer insight into a product's usefullness and effectiveness, however the best test is to simply use the product. Adults, as well as children, are at risk for toxicity when using insect repellents, the major toxicity being DEET's effect on the central nervous system.