DIY Natural Insect Repellent with rareESSENCE Essential Oils

Repel Bugs Naturally – Without the Chemicals

Summer means sunshine, camping, cookouts—and unfortunately, mosquitoes. If you’re tired of bug sprays with harsh chemicals and

synthetic fragrances, it’s time to make your own natural insect repellent using pure essential oils from rareESSENCE.

Our bug-fighting blend uses essential oils known for their insect-repelling properties. It’s simple to make, safe for the whole family, and smells amazing.

 

Why Choose a Natural Bug Spray?

Woman using bug spray

 

Most conventional repellents contain DEET or synthetic chemicals that can irritate your skin, harm the environment, and leave a lingering chemical smell. A DIY essential oil insect repellent gives you all the protection—without any of the toxins.

With rareESSENCE, you get 100% pure, plant-powered protection.

 

Bug-Off Essential Oil Blend

Here’s how to make your own effective, plant-based bug spray with essential oils:

What You’ll Need:

  • 15 drops  Eucalyptus Citriodora (Eucalyptus citriodora) – The #1 natural mosquito repellent
  • 10 drops Cedarwood (Cedrus deodara) – Grounds your senses and repels flying pests
  • 10 drops Peppermint (Mentha piperita) – Cooling, invigorating, and bugs hate it
  • 10 drops Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) – Calms skin, deters gnats and mosquitoes
  • 5 drops Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) – Adds natural antimicrobial power

 

How to Make Your DIY Bug Spray:

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz witch hazel – you may skip this and use all water, but witch hazel is very pleasant and soothing on the skin
  • 2 oz distilled water
  • 4 oz glass or plastic spray bottle with a fine mist sprayer
  • The essential oils listed above

Instructions:

  1. Add essential oils to the bottle.
  2. Pour in witch hazel
  3. Top off with distilled water.
  4. Shake before each use.
  5. Spray liberally on exposed skin and clothing (avoid eyes/mouth).

 

Tips for Best Use:Using Bug Spray

  • Reapply every 90–120 minutes or after swimming/sweating.
  • Safe for kids 3+ (use half the oils for young children).
  • Store in a cool, dark place to preserve potency.

 

 

 

Why rareESSENCE?

Our essential oils are:

  • Certified Organic or Wild Crafted
  • 100% Pure & Undiluted
  • Ethically Sourced from Trusted Growers
  • Free from Synthetic Fragrances & Additives

When you use rareESSENCE, you’re not just protecting yourself from bites—you’re supporting sustainable agriculture and small distilleries around the world.

 

Don’t Bug Me, Naturally.

With just a few drops of rareESSENCE essential oils, you can create a powerful chemical-free bug spray that’s safe, effective, and smells like summer.

No DEET. No drama. Just nature doing what it does best.

 

Use the coupon code below for 20% off essential oils thru July 6!

CODE: bugoff20