Best Toxin-Free Insect Repellents & Itch Relief

Keep bugs away and soothe bites naturally with our favorite toxin-free repellents and itch relief products. Safe, effective, and gentle for the whole family.

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Keep bugs away and soothe skin naturally with our favorite toxin-free repellents and comfort blends. These clean alternatives avoid synthetic chemicals like DEET and questionable fragrances, relying instead on safe, plant-based ingredients.

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Insect Repellent

• Earthley: Pest Aside - Safe for ages 6 months+

  10% off TF10

  
  

• Poofy Organics: USDA Organic Pest Protection Spray

  10% off TOXINFREE

• Bubble & Bee: USDA Organic Insect Repellent

  15% off TOXINFREE15

• Primally Pure: Nature Spray

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• Sally B: B Unbitten Nature's Bug Repellent

• Roots To Remedies: “Buzz Off” Insect Repellent Spray

  
  

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Itch Relief

• Earthley: Anti-itch Soap

  10% off TF10

  
  

• Rowe Casa Organics: Stop The Itch Cream

• Stop The Itch Stick

  20% off TOXINFREE

• Organically Alyssa: Jewelweed Salve

• Jewelweed Spray

  10% off TOXINFREE

• Oak & Hive Wellness: Jewelweed Multi-Salve

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Drawing Salve

• Earthley: Bug Bite Salve

  10% off TF10

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After Bite

• Organically Alyssa: Yarrow Root Spray

  10% off TOXINFREE

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Candles

• Poofy Organics: Pest Protection Candle Melts

  10% off TOXINFREE

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Why Choose Natural Bug Protection?

Most conventional repellents rely on harsh chemicals and synthetic fragrances that can irritate the skin or linger in the air. Natural repellents use essential oils, herbs, and botanical butters that have been traditionally known to help mask your scent from insects—without introducing unwanted toxins.

Common Ingredients You’ll See

• Citronella, Lemongrass & Cedarwood → Popular in natural repellents for their fresh scent and bug-deterring properties.

• Jewelweed → Traditionally used on skin exposed to poison ivy, oak, or bug bites.

• Yarrow & Chickweed → Gentle herbs often added to salves for skin-soothing comfort.

• Butters & Oils (like shea, cocoa, or coconut) → Provide a natural barrier and help moisturize while carrying essential oils safely.

Tips for Using Natural Repellents

• Reapply more often → Unlike chemical repellents, natural sprays and salves may need reapplication every couple of hours.

• Layer up → Spray clothes, not just skin, to extend coverage.

• Patch test first → Especially for kids or sensitive skin, test a small spot before applying more widely.

• Candles & Melts → Great for patios and camping, offering an extra layer of bug defense outdoors.

Tips for Soothing Itchy Skin

• Apply to clean skin → Wash the bite area gently with mild soap before applying a salve or stick.

• Less is more → A thin layer of balm or cream is usually all you need.

• Keep nails short for kids → Helps prevent scratching from breaking the skin.

• Cool compresses → Pair your salve with a cold cloth to calm irritation naturally.