BUG & BITE SPRAY - ORGANIC INSECT REPELLANT 125ml

Calendula officinalis provides antioxidant protection whilst soothing skin & reducing the histamine (allergy) response in the body. Antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, & antibacterial, Calendula is a perfect herb for healing bites and soothing itching.

Organic Sweet Almond Oil is light and non greasy. Deeply moisturising for dry, damaged & irritated skin. Traditionally used to reduce irritation and soothe inflammation. Sweet Almond oil is rich in skin Vitamins including Vitamins A, B, D, and E (Tocopherol), Omega 3 fatty acids, Proteins, Anti-oxidants, Magnesium, Calcium and Oleic & Linoleic acid that help soothe the skin and protect from UV radiation damage.

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana linn) extract is soothing for irritated and inflamed skin, bug bites and  sunburn. Used for over a century in skin formulations and suitable for all skin types, Witch Hazel is known to be one of nature's best astringents.

Organic Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides) essential oil is known for its calming, balancing and soothing effect on the mind. Studies have shown that Vetiver essential oil exhibits irritant and repellent activities against mosquitoes, and is traditionally used  to repel several insects including termites, mosquitoes, weevils, beetles, flies and their larvae.

Native Australian Eucalyptus citriodora contains over 75% Cotronellal, a natural compound which is an effective and natural insect repellant. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antiseptic, antibacterial, analgesic and calming essential oil safe for all skin types.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon) oil is rich in Citronella, Citral and Geranyl acetate, compounds that work as natural, non toxic pest repellents. Lemongrass essential oil also has anti-fungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) essential oil is a rich anti-oxidant oil with a complex chemical makeup containing many therapeutic benefits, Rose Geranium oil is known to be one of the best essential oils for skin. Containing citronella and geraniol to repel insects, and is also is healing for  skin irritation, inflammation & wounds, and reduces scarring. Analgesic properties  help to ease itching & inflammation.

Elemi (Canarium luzonicum), is a large evergreen tree, native to the Philippines &  in the same family as Frankincense and Myrrh, yet not endangered due to over-harvesting. The essential oil is a powerful anti-inflammatory & antioxidant oil known to promote wound healing & healthy cell regeneration, whilst offering protection against insects like mosquitoes & midges. Elemi contains antibacterial, antimicrobial & antiviral properties.

Cold pressed from the fresh peels of ripe Citrus reticulata fruits, Mandarin essential oil’s properties include antiseptic, anti-fungal and antibacterial. Oil derived from Mandarin peel has approximately 90-95% of active ingredient Limonene, which is effective to repel insects like mosquitoes, ants & flies.

Known as the Desert Rosewood, native Australian Buddhawood, (Eremophila mitchelli)I, has a rich, woody aroma which is deeply balancing, healing & grounding for all levels of being. A powerful natural insect repellant, the Eremophilone content of Buddha Wood makes it effective at repelling mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and bedbugs, with a very low toxicity. Buddhawood is known to be termite resistant. Contains antibacterial and analgesic properties. Used traditionally in ceremony to create a protective aura.

Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) essential oil is known as ‘Elixir of Life’ in Indian Ayurveda, and is considered a purifier of mind, body & spirit. The spicy, sweet herbal oil is rich in Eugenol, a key compound in Tulsi known for its insect repellent properties. Read more about Tulsi here in this blog post.