Introducing Insect Deflect EO Lotion. Your natural solution for keeping your distance from those nasty critters without the overpowering scent of citronella. Insect Deflect smells nothing like traditional repellents. You won't smell like a citronella candle any more! Insect Deflect has a refreshingly pleasant aroma, while ensuring that you stay protected.

This powerful essential oil blend provides natural, effective protection against unwanted pests, keeping you comfortable in both outdoor and indoor spaces. Formulated with a combination of plant-based ingredients, it offers a safe, non-toxic alternative to chemical repellents.

This blend works to create a protective barrier, deterring insects from landing or staying in the area. Its invigorating aroma masks scents that attract pests, making it ideal for outdoor activities like camping or gardening. This blend helps soothe the skin by calming irritation caused by the insect bites. It also provides long-lasting defense, helping you stay pest-free without frequent reapplication. In addition, its aromatic properties help refresh the air, creating a pleasant environment free from bothersome insects.

Step outside with confidence using this expertly formulated essential oil blend, designed to provide natural, plant-based support for keeping insects at bay—without relying on synthetic chemicals or overpowering scents. Crafted for outdoor comfort, this blend combines crisp herbal tones with grounding, woodsy undertones to create a clean and effective aromatic barrier.

In addition to its practical protective properties, the blend offers a sensory experience that supports emotional calm and mental clarity. Whether used at a campsite, on a hike, or in the backyard, it helps you stay focused, relaxed, and undisturbed.

Creates a naturally repelling aroma that discourages common outdoor pests without harsh additives.
Supports skin comfort when applied (with proper dilution), helping to reduce irritation from exposure or environmental factors.
Promotes emotional ease with its calming yet invigorating scent profile, ideal for outdoor gatherings or travel.
Encourages mental alertness and focus, especially helpful during long hours outside or when staying present in nature.
Offers a clean, herbaceous aroma with fresh citrus and forest-like depth, making it suitable for both personal and shared spaces.

Also available in a spray, a diffuser blend and an EO blend to help maintain a comfortable, pest-free environment. This is a purposeful blend that brings together effectiveness, balance, and botanical intelligence—keeping you grounded, clear, and protected wherever you roam.

The essentials oils in this blend are Catnip, Cedarwood, Kunzea, Lavender, Lemongrass,

Rosemary Cinole, and Thuja (Arborvitae).

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Topical Use Only. Apply to skin in areas that will be exposed. For maximum protection, put a second light coat on and give the first coat about 10 minutes to absorb.
General Aroma
This essential oil blend presents a vibrant, herbaceous aroma with crisp, citrus-like top notes and a dry, grounding woodiness underneath. It’s fresh and clean with a slightly medicinal edge, blending the sharp brightness of green botanicals with deep, forest-like undertones. The result is both invigorating and stabilizing—a scent that clears the air while anchoring the senses.

Aroma Notes

Top notes: Bright, lemony sharpness with hints of menthol and fresh-cut herbs

Middle notes: Green, medicinal, and slightly floral with a subtle camphor-like sharpness

Base notes: Dry woods, soft resin, and an earthy finish that lingers gently

Feel of the Aroma
The aroma feels clean, crisp, and activating—like stepping into a dewy forest at sunrise. It has a cooling sensation that enlivens the senses, followed by a subtle grounding warmth. It’s refreshing without being overwhelming, making it especially pleasant in open-air or active environments.

Effect of the Aroma
This blend delivers a combination of alertness and calm. It awakens the mind, clears away mental fog, and helps restore focus, while also bringing a layer of emotional steadiness and composure. It is energizing in a natural, breathable way—perfect for daytime use, especially outdoors or during physical activity.

Combined Physical and Emotional Effect
Physically, the blend helps create a protective barrier against insects while offering a gentle, cleansing effect on the skin and airways. Some of its components also support circulation and tissue comfort, making it a good companion for active environments.

Emotionally, it provides calm focus and reduces irritability or tension that can come from sensory overload, travel fatigue, or time spent in unfamiliar settings. The aroma acts as a balancing agent—centering the mind while gently energizing the body.

Summary
This is a refreshing, outdoors-oriented blend that balances clarity, protection, and composure. Ideal for daytime use in nature or travel, it offers a clean aromatic presence that keeps you feeling clear-headed, emotionally steady, and physically supported—while helping you enjoy the outdoors without unwanted guests.
Primary Uses: Insect Repelling and Outdoor Comfort

1. Natural Insect Deterrent

This blend is rich in plant compounds known to naturally deter mosquitoes, ticks, and other biting insects. Catnip is especially notable for containing nepetalactone, which research shows may be as effective—or even more so—than D--T at repelling certain insects. Lemongrass and thuja also contribute sharp, aromatic compounds that disrupt insect attraction pathways.

2. Gentle on Skin and Lungs

Unlike chemical repellents, this blend offers a non-toxic, skin-friendly alternative when diluted properly. It avoids synthetic fragrances or preservatives and is generally well tolerated by most skin types. Rosemary cineole and kunzea also contribute gentle antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting the skin in case of minor irritation or bites.

3. Calms Irritation and Itching

Should any bites occur, this blend helps reduce the itch-scratch cycle. Lavender, kunzea, and cedarwood contribute to soothing inflammation, calming localized discomfort, and encouraging skin recovery.

4. Emotionally Grounding in Outdoor Settings

Whether hiking, camping, or enjoying a backyard evening, this blend offers a stabilizing emotional effect. Cedarwood and lavender bring a calming, composed energy, helping reduce overstimulation or environmental stress while remaining alert and clear-headed.

5. Mentally Clarifying and Focus-Enhancing

Rosemary cineole sharpens the senses and boosts clarity, making this blend ideal for outdoor activities that require attention and engagement. It creates a crisp, focused atmosphere without being overstimulating.

Summary

This essential oil blend offers a multi-layered defense against insects while supporting the body and mind in outdoor environments. With its insect-repelling properties, skin-soothing abilities, emotional balance, and mental alertness, it’s more than a natural bug repellent—it’s a functional, plant-powered companion for every outdoor moment.
Estimated Shelf Life: 1.5 to 2.5 years

This is a moderately short-lived blend, largely due to the presence of lemongrass and catnip, which oxidize more quickly than the other oils. Proper storage is essential to maintain therapeutic quality and prevent skin sensitization due to oxidation.

Shelf Life by Oil (for reference):

Shorter Shelf Life (1–2 years):

Lemongrass – high in citral, prone to oxidation

Catnip – delicate and oxidation-sensitive due to its high nepetalactone content

Kunzea – moderate stability, but best used within 2 years

Moderate Shelf Life (2–3 years):

Lavender – stable if stored properly

Rosemary (Cineole) – oxidizes slowly but should be monitored

Thuja – moderate oxidation rate; contains thujone (use caution)

Longer Shelf Life (4–6 years):

Cedarwood – rich in sesquiterpenes, highly stable over time

Storage Tips to Maximize Shelf Life:

Store in amber or cobalt blue jars to reduce UV exposure

Keep tightly sealed and in a cool, dark place, ideally under 70°F (21°C)

Use refrigeration for extended storage, especially if used infrequently

Consider adding vitamin E (tocopherol) to slow oxidation. Vitamin E has already been added to your blend
For external use only. This blend is not to be ingested.

Keep away from children and pets, especially cats.

Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.*

*Mucous membranes line many tracts and structures of the body, including the mouth, nose, eyelids, trachea (windpipe) and lungs, stomach and intestines, and the ureters, urethra, and urinary bladder.

Children and Infants:
Due to the presence of rosemary cineole and thuja, this blend is not recommended for use on or around children under 6 years old. These oils contain compounds that may affect the respiratory and nervous systems in younger individuals.

Pregnancy and Nursing:
Exercise caution during pregnancy or breastfeeding, particularly due to thuja, which contains thujone. Avoid internal use or high-dose topical exposure during this time.

Internal Use Warning:
Thuja should never be used internally due to its thujone content. This blend is strictly for external use only and should not be ingested.

Respiratory Sensitivity:
Rosemary cineole can be helpful for clarity but may irritate those with asthma or respiratory sensitivities if diffused in high concentrations or enclosed spaces. Use shorter diffusion periods in well-ventilated areas.

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