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All Natural Bug Spray, Lotion, Concentrated Ointment and Burning Oil
It’s that time of year again and the mosquitos seem to be more abundant this year in comparison to previous years. Every year I am asked by clients what the lessor of 2 evils is... being exposed to the potentially deadly diseases like West Nile and Lyme or being exposed to the potentially deadly repellant DEET. I tell them they don’t have to choose between these 2 solutions, like any issue with your health look to the natural possibilities.
Mosquitos in particular are attracted to the carbon dioxide and lactic acid that we expel,its how they find us. Our goal is to stop them from finding us. There are several ways to do this that don’t involve applying Deet. Obviously we want to wear as much clothing as possible and this clothing should be dense, hence Jeans are much more protective than yoga pants, wool socks better than cotton, etc.. Also, avoid activities prior to potential exposure that will increase your attractiveness to the bugs. These include avoidingexercise and excessive sodium consumptionas these bothincrease C02 and lactic acid release. Keep plants nearby that will inhibit mosquitos... lemon balm, catnip, basil and geranium will all work well. Place a yellow light bulb outside instead of a white one, bugs are less attracted to the yellow bulb. In addition there are several plant based extracts that can be applied topically and burned in the environment to repel the pests. The above suggestions used in combination can be just as e ffective as Deet without the health risks.
The key to increasing the effectiveness of natural remedies is using different formats together. A Sacred Garden has 4 different products that when used together provide an excellent barrier. The lotion should be applied on all exposed skin and all places where mosquitos can sneak under clothes. Arms, Legs, face, neck, etc… The concentrated ointment is formulated with a 40% essential oil dilution, in its ointment application, this powerful product will repel bugs in a heavily populated area and he effects will last for several hours. Tis is ideal for those areas that are frequently bitten; wrists, ankles and neck. It should not be applied to the face however. The spray should be applied over all areas, exposed skin, clothing and hair. The layering of the products not only increases their effectiveness, it also extends the length of time of their effectiveness. You will still need to reapply he spray every hour and the lotion every 90 minutes for optimal effectiveness. A Sacred Garden also carries a safe and effective burning oil to burn outside, simply place in a diffuser in your immediate area. The mosquito coils and burning oils contain about 70 different volatile organic compounds including allethrin, phenol, benzene, toluene and xylene, all quite toxic especially when burned and inhaled.
For this month you can purchase all products in our insect line for 15% off. Products are available in store and online at www.asacredgarden.com
Available Products:
Trial Pack: 60 ml lotion, 60 ml spray, 15 ml ointment, 15 ml burning oil reg price $34.95 sale $29.71
Lotion: 120 ml 13.95 240 ml $19.95
Spray: 120 ml $13.95 240 ml $19.95
Conc Ointment: 125 ml $15.95 240 ml $24.95
Burning Oil: 15 ml $9.95 30 ml $15.95