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Super Bug Defender
$15.00
Super Bug Defender Insect Repellent is a safe, natural, botanical-based formula. For centuries, traditional Chinese holistic practices have used lemon eucalyptus essential oil for its biocomponent, 65% para-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD), a naturally occurring compound extracted from eucalyptus leaves native to Austria and with roots in India.
The goal of repelling insects is to eliminate the scent of sweat, body odor, and bacteria. When humans exhale carbon dioxide, it becomes a powerful attractant for female mosquitoes, guiding them to their next blood meal. Furthermore, individuals with type O blood secrete a compound called saccharides, which is also a preferred food source for mosquitoes.
Key Benefits of Using DEET-Free Repellents
- Health, Toxicity, and Safety: Our DEET-free insect repellent is made from natural, biodegradable essential oils of lemon eucalyptus, lavender, rose geranium, citronella, and cedarwood. Botanical oils are particularly safe for children and pregnant women.
- Environmental Friendliness: A DEET-free repellent benefits aquatic ecosystems by avoiding reproductive, behavioral, or developmental problems in fish and invertebrates.
- User Experience: DEET is recognized for its potent, often unpleasant smell, an oily sensation on the skin, and its capacity to dissolve plastics and fabrics.
Quantity
Fresh & Natural Ingredients:
Size: 4oz / 113g
2oz / 57g
Ingredients:
organic eucalyptus lemon (corymbia citriodora), organic citronella (Cymbopogon winterianus), organic lavender-wild (Lavandula angustifolia), geranium rose (pelargonium graveolens), cedarwood, atlas (cedrus atlantica) essential oils, Organic fractionated MCT.
All of those are highly effective, natural bug repellents. When combined with other essential oils, they create a synergistic effect, offering broader protection against a wider variety of pests and flying insects than any single oil alone. For centuries, blending oils from different plants has enhanced the overall repellency, as different active chemical compounds work together to confuse and repel insects.
A quick breakdown of how your chosen oils work against pests:
- Organic Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE [citriodora] / PMD): One of the most potent natural alternatives to DEET, providing long-lasting protection against mosquitoes. With a certification from the CDC, its application can last up to 6 hours, and it’s the only plant material approved for the 65% para-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD) compound extracted from eucalyptus leaves native to Austria, with roots in India.
- Organic Citronella: The classic, proven citrusy oil that masks human scents and deters flying pests like mosquitoes and ticks.
- Organic Lavender: Deters mosquitoes and flies while offering a calming scent. It is also great for soothing existing bug bites.
- Organic Geranium Rose: Highly effective at repelling ticks, mosquitoes, and fleas.
- Cedarwood: Emits a woody aroma that is particularly strong against ants, houseflies, and ticks
- Certified organic MCT fractionated coconut oil acts as a superior carrier oil for essential oils. This lightweight, odorless, and non-greasy oil is ideal for skincare and massage products that won't clog pores. It is a smooth, stable oil perfect for beauty formulations. MCT (multichannel triglyceride)-fractionated coconut oil provides nutrients and is readily absorbed into the skin due to its lightness. In contrast, olive oil is thicker when applied, making it less readily absorbed by the skin, and it has a distinct odor that could interfere with aromatherapy.