When looking for safe, toxin free insect repellents, make sure not only that you have safe ingredients, but that the active ingredients also WORK.
Made with sesame oil, citronella and other essential oils, this is the only clean repellent that was clinically proven to repel mosquitos, fleas and ticks. It WORKS. This one bottles last forever, you only need a little bit. They also come in Wipes.
Runner Up: Aunt Fannie’s is made with soybean oil, rather than sesame. Also comes in wipes.
Note: These options will only last 30-60 minutes and should be reapplied regularly.
Badger Anti Bug and Alba Organics Anti-Bug
In a 2 ounce glass spray bottle, add 7 drops each of Citronella, Lavender, Purification, Cedarwood and Lemongrass. Sprinkle in a pinch of salt (to help the oils mix with the water) and fill with distilled water. Spray on any exposed skin while outside and re apply every 60 minutes.
Purchase all the oils here.