07/14/2026
Don't Let the Bugs Bite: Your All Natural Summer Shield
Summer is in full swing, which means patio nights, campfire stories, and outdoor adventures! But let’s be honest... nothing ruins the fun faster than a swarm of mosquitoes or the constant urge to scratch a bug bite. 🦟❌
If you're looking to swap out harsh chemicals for clean, plant based alternatives that actually work, nature has you completely covered!
Here is your ultimate doTERRA lineup to keep the creepy crawlies away and soothe your skin if they happen to catch you off guard:
Phase 1: The Natural Defenders (Repel)
Instead of synthetic sprays, these powerful, plant based options mask human scents and create a natural barrier:
• TerraShield® (Outdoor Blend): The ultimate MVP! This proprietary blend combines Citronella, Lemongrass, Cedarwood, and Peppermint in a skin-nourishing base. It's tested at over 90% efficacy for up to four hours, making it perfect and gentle enough for the whole family.
• Citronella & Lemongrass: These crisp, herbaceous powerhouses are packed with natural bug repelling properties. Diffuse them on the patio during dinner to create a pest free zone, or mix them into a roller!
• Cedarwood & Peppermint: Bugs hate the strong, woody aroma of Cedarwood and the sharp punch of Peppermint. Spritzing diluted Peppermint around doorways and window sills is also a great trick to keep them out of the house!
Phase 2: The After Bite Relievers (Soothe)
If the bugs do get through, skip the sticky alternatives and reach for these skin loving oils to calm the itch and reduce swelling fast:
• Lavender: The ultimate skin soother. Lavender acts like a natural antihistamine to quiet down redness, inflammation, and that relentless itching.
• Peppermint: Provides an instant, icy cooling sensation that temporarily numbs the area, stopping the "itch scratch cycle" right in its tracks.
• Tea Tree (Melaleuca) or Purify Blend: Excellent for cleansing the area, dropping the swelling, and providing powerful antimicrobial support to prevent infection if a bite has already been scratched.
🛠️ DIY Bye-Bye Bug Body Spray
▪ 15 drops TerraShield
▪ 10 drops Lemongrass
▪ 10 drops Citronella or Cedarwood
*Top with distilled water and a splash of witch hazel in a 4 oz glass spray bottle. Shake well and spritz before heading outside!
🧪 DIY Stop The Itch Roller (10mL)
▪ 10 drops Lavender
▪ 10 drops Peppermint
▪ 5 drops Tea Tree
*Top with Fractionated Coconut Oil. Roll directly onto bug bites as needed for instant, cooling relief.
🗣What is your absolute must have oil for outdoor adventures? Drop it in the comments! 👇