Keeping Bugs Away, Naturally

Gardening? Camping? Playing? Spending time outside? Traveling to or through a mosquito-infested region? Then you are likely trying to avoid getting bit by any number of menacing mosquitoes this year.

Not only are mosquito bites annoying and painful but they can be a source of transmitting serious diseases like Lyme disease or West Nile Virus. So it’s important to protect yourself and your children from bites when possible.

Unfortunately, most bug repellents on the market contain DEET, a chemical with known toxic side effects. Research shows that certain essential oils like citronella, lemongrass, tea tree oil, and eucalyptus, are highly nontoxic and effective alternatives to DEET. Although natural remedies may require more frequent application, they are safer and effective, especially for children and the elderly.

Choose a safe, effective, nontoxic  bug repellent

dōTERRA’s TerraShield Repellent Blend™ is one such formula. A proprietary blend of Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (CPTG) essential oils including lemon eucalyptus, citronella, lemongrass and 12 other balanced oils blended in a base of 100% pure fractionated coconut oil, TerraShield can be used safely by the entire family, and reapplied every 4-6 hours for maximum protection without worry of harmful side effects or toxicity.

Users report the following tips for TerraShield Repellent Blend™

"A few drops mixed with water and sprayed on windowsills, prevents bugs from getting into the house."

"A great rub for the inside of horses ears."

"Spray around kitchen vegetables and fruits to prevent fruit flies."

"25 drops in a spray bottle of water with a drop of dish soap, sprayed on the counter will repel ants."

"Put a few drops in the water used for plants and flowers will eliminate bugs and flies."

"Add to homemade natural lotion and apply to skin."

"Apply to insect bite sites to reduce swelling and redness."

Order dōTERRA’s all-natural, concentrated TerraShield Repellent Blend™ today and discover all the ways it heals and protects you or learn more about the benefits of Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils!

For more information on mosquitoes, especially in the Pacific Northwest, read Mosquitoes: Natural Bug Repellents and Bite Remedies.

[Aqiylah Collins is an dōTERRA Independent Product Consultant]

Comments

[Amadoma Bediako]

I am so glad to learn about this product. I love the outdoors, but mosquitoes around my house often spoil my outdoor fun. I want to repel the bugs without causing other possible health challenges. I love the smell of citronella so I will be ordering some of the TerraShield Repellant blend. Thank you for posting this!

[Qiy]

This past summer our region was hit heavily with mosquitoes, making daily gardening tough. An application of TerraShield changed that. The best part: no chemicals or unpleasant side effects, even with regular use!

I posted a new ordering link. Let me know if you have any questions. Enjoy being bug free!