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Originally Posted by The Hollyberry Lady
Borax has insecticidal properties and should therefore be used with care, as well as caution. It causes skin irritation and it can be especially dangerous to work with if children are about.
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Many a child has had their mouth washed out with Boraxo soap and lived to tell about it -- and typically with cleaner language about adults.
Dosage is key. You'll find the Boric Acid powder sold and labeled for insect control in stores has a low dosage of the active ingredient. It is safer around children and pets than most mint sprays labeled for the same purpose.