Bug Repellent Certified Organic Essential Oil Blend - 10ml - Absolute Essential

A natural and highly potent blend to keep biting insects at bay while soothing itchy bites.

Mosquitos

• Add 10 drops to a diffuser.
  Add 5-10 drops to body lotion and apply to exposed skin. Reapply hourly.

Sandflies

• Add 5-10 drops to your sunscreen / Untouched Body Cream and apply to exposed skin. Reapply hourly.

Flies

• Add 3-5 drops to your discloth and wipe over surface areas. Reapply as required.

BioGro Certified Organic - Vegan - Cruelty Free - Ethically Sourced
Mother & Child Safe

Safety considerations

This oil blend is safe if applied as directed. Safe to use with other medication when necessary. If accidentally ingested do not induce vomiting, follow with olive oil or milk and seek advice from a health specialist. Avoid contact with eyes - flush with water.

Allergies: This blend does not contain nut oils, however, the place of manufacture handles nut oils.

Please note: Therapeutic plant oils are used to support natural body processes for optimum health and wellbeing. The information here is NOT meant as a recommendation to cure any medical condition or disease.

Key ingredients:

Citronella
Cymbopogon wintrianus
A naturally effective insect repellent.

Cedarwood Atlas
Cedrus atlantica
A naturally effective insect repellent and base note to make this belnd work.

Eucalyptus Lemon
Eucalyptus citriodora
A naturally effective insect repellent.

Tea Tree
Melaleuca alternifolia
A naturally effective insect repellent.

Ingredients by volume: Eucalyptus Lemon*, Citronella*, Eucalyptus Australiana*, Cedarwood Atlas*, Tea Tree*, Geranium* (*Certified organic)

FAQ

What makes Absolute Essential products so special?

BEST QUALITY
Only 5% of the world's essential oils are pure enough to be termed "therapeutic".
Including ours.

ETHICAL SOURCING & MANUFACTURING
All our ingredients are either certified organic or wild-grown and come from small-hold,
eco-friendly artisans.

CRUELTY FREE - NO EXCEPTIONS
Every single one of our products is independently verified as vegan and cruelty-free.

ABSOLUTE SUSTAINABILITY
We follow zero waste business principles and use biodegradable, recycled and/or recyclable materials in our packaging (even our labels are made from demolition concrete).

CLINICAL EXPERTISE
Dr Bo Hendgen, founder and CEO of Absolute Essential, has almost 40 years' experience
in natural medicine.

What's the difference between "aromatherapy oils" and "therapeutic plant oils"?

Not all essential oils are created equal. Absolute Essential therapeutic plant oils are extracted by a slower, lower-heat process (rather than hot and fast) and because of this, we can make the following claims:

• A purer concentration of therapeutic ingredients.
• Many of our oils are gentle enough to be applied directly to the skin.
• Smaller molecules for more direct access to the brain’s limbic system.
• Medical-grade quality for greater efficacy.
• Safer for use on children as well as in eldercare and pregnancy.

What is an essential oil?

A volatile liquid with a characteristic therapeutic odour, extracted mainly through distillation but also cold-pressing as well as hexane or CO2 methods.

What is a therapeutic blend?

It's a carefully formulated mixture of therapeutic essential oils that has been blended to achieve a particular clinical outcome.

What is a carrier?

An oil that's usually press-extracted from nuts, seeds or kernels and is used for the suspension and blending together of essential oils.

NB: Carrier oils are high in fatty acids and can turn rancid. Not all carriers are greasy, like Aloe Vera Gel or Floral Water.

How does aromatherapy work?

The tiny scent molecules in essential oils can penetrate the limbic system of the brain, which governs our body's response to everything from stress to disease. In this way, it is the only medicine that can be applied directly to the brain and highly effective in moving our body and mind towards a desired outcome (e.g. calm, energy or mental focus). Essential Oils are also absorbed by the body via the skin or lungs.

Are Absolute Essential products mother and child safe?

We've made it easier for families to make decisions by clearly marking all products that are safe to use during pregnancy and on children with the Mother and child icon. We have also curated a dedicated Mother & Child range that caters specifically to this group.

While many of our products are gentle enough to use during pregnancy or on children in a diluted form, some essential oils are not suitable. If you or your customers are unsure about any product, we're always here to help.

Are Absolute Essential oils safe to ingest?

Ingesting oils should only ever be under the prescription and guidance of a healthcare
professional. However, if oil ingestion has been prescribed, our products are certified
organic and medical grade.

Do Absolute Essential products contain palm oil?

None of our oils, formulas or creams contain palm oil.

How long do therapeutic oils last?

The shelf life of our products is clearly displayed on the label and can be anything from 2-8+ years. Some oils even get more potent / effective with age.

About the Company

Absolute Essential was founded in 1988 by Natural Health Practitioner, Dr Bo Hendgen D.O. N.D. A.M. Bo started out with a pledge to source and protect the world's finest natural plant extracts for maximum therapeutic value. Her vision to make a positive and permanent difference to people's lives still drives our ethos today. We are now well known in Asia Pacific for our commitment to balancing efficacy with ethics.

Meticulously formulated

We source the finest raw ingredients and employ the most rigorous scientific methods to create our products. Each of our oils is distilled or extracted using a slower processing methodology, which produces a higher quality product with more of the precious, health-boosting phytohormones retained. Only 4% of the world's essential oils are created for genuine medicinal purposes – that's what we use.

Utterly ethical

We source certified organic or wild-grown ingredients from 59 countries worldwide and work directly with producers to support small-hold, eco-conscious farmers and businesses. We also process all raw materials at our own production facility here in Aotearoa, so we can guarantee sustainable manufacturing every step of the way. Our products are sold by professionals, not multi-level marketing schemes.

Actually organic

99.6% of our range is independently certified 100% organic. The remaining 0.4% are wild-grown and for all our products, we live by the mantra of NO artificial colours, fragrances, chemicals, parabens, petrochemicals, pesticides, silicones or SLS. 

We also guarantee no cruelty to animals across our entire range.

No greenwash here folks

From demolition concrete labels to reusing plant waste as extraction fuel, sustainable practices run deep through our entire business – and always have. 

We have been recognised for our commitment to conscious consumption, carbon neutrality and zero-waste initiatives.

2020 Innovation award - Natural Health Products New Zealand
Innovation of sustainable packaging solutions

2017 Sustainability Award - Natural Health Products New Zealand
Establishing measurable sustainability practices throughout our business

2016 Sustainability Award - Natural Health Products New Zealand
Rebuilding supply chain for growers after earthquake disaster

2015 Supreme award in business - Natural Health Products New Zealand
The inaugural Supreme award acknowledging our achievements in creating a truly sustainable business

2015 Sustainability Award - Natural Health Products New Zealand
Acknowledging our funding initiative for earthquake relief in Nepal