Bug repellent that doubles as a body oil. California Baby Natural Bug Blend Body Oil is a DEET-free, 100% plant-based bug repellent made with certified organic, non-GMO, cold-pressed carrier oils and pure essential oils of citronella, lemongrass, and cedar — a scent combination that smells genuinely pleasant to humans and naturally repels mosquitoes and other bugs. Leaves skin satiny soft and non-greasy. Safe for the whole family, including babies 6 months and up. Available in 2oz, 8.5oz, and an 8.5oz + 6.5oz Bug Spray bundle. Made in the USA.

How It Works

The Natural Bug Blend harnesses citronella, lemongrass, and cedar essential oils — each one a recognized natural mosquito deterrent, combined in a cold-pressed organic oil base that carries the scent while moisturizing the skin underneath. No DEET, no synthetic chemicals, no greasy residue. Apply to exposed skin before outdoor activity. The 2oz travels; the 8.5oz is for the season. The bundle adds the Bug Spray for situations where oil application isn’t practical. By California Baby.

Efficacy Notes

The Natural Bug Blend is ideal for everyday outdoor use. For areas with high mosquito populations — remote wooded areas, tropical climates, salt marshes — the EPA recommends considering DEET or Picaridin as an alternative. Wearing long sleeves, long pants, and socks reduces exposed skin regardless of which repellent you use. And for what it’s worth: the effectiveness of any repellent varies based on physical activity, perspiration, water exposure, air temperature, and how attractive you are to mosquitoes.