If you’ve ever found yourself scratching after a day in the garden or out hiking, you’re not alone. However, with our range of premium essential oils, you can make your outdoor adventures more enjoyable and say goodbye to bugs, ticks, and mosquitoes.
In this blog, we are taking a detailed look at the best essential oils for bug bites. Additionally, we’ll explore essential oils known for their insect-repelling properties, helping you stay bite-free all season long.
1. Why use USDA Certified Essential Oils for Bug Bite Relief
Several organic essential oils have been used for centuries to provide relief from insect bites. Recent research on the efficacy of these oils has also shown promising results, making them invaluable companions on your outdoor activities.
Organic essential oils, usually of higher purity and quality than non-organic ones, are more effective in this regard. Here are the key benefits of using USDA-certified organic essential oils to soothe bug, tick, and mosquito bites.
Natural and Chemical-Free
One of the most significant advantages of using essential oils for bug bite relief is that they are natural and chemical-free. Traditional over-the-counter creams and lotions may contain synthetic ingredients that can irritate the skin, making essential oils a more natural alternative.
Quick Relief
Essential oils offer rapid relief from itching and discomfort associated with bug bites. Their potent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties provide fast, lasting relief, allowing you to get back to enjoying the great outdoors.
Multipurpose Use
Beyond bug bite relief, these essential oils have various other benefits. Lavender and tea tree, for example, are known for their calming effects and you can diffuse them to facilitate relaxation and better sleep.
Minimal Side Effects
When used properly, essential oils typically have fewer side effects compared to traditional medications. However, it’s crucial to follow recommended dilution ratios and patch-test on a small area of skin to ensure compatibility.
2. Best Essential Oils for Bug Bites
Here’s a list of the most potent essential oils you can use to soothe bug and mosquito bites.
2.1 Lavender
Lavender oil is a great choice for calming mosquito bites. When you put it on your skin, it feels cool and quickly provides relief. Lavender oil is gentle and works well for most skin types, including sensitive skin. Using lavender oil for mosquito and bug bites can make your time outdoors more comfortable.
2.2 Tea Tree
Tea tree oil is a strong natural remedy with many benefits for treating mosquito bites. Long known for its powerful ability to fight microbes and reduce inflammation, tea tree oil is an easy choice when looking for a natural way to soothe mosquito bites.
Tea tree oil also helps with the intense itching that comes with mosquito bites, calming the skin and easing discomfort. When mixed with a suitable carrier oil and put on the skin, tea tree oil acts as a natural antiseptic, providing a chemical-free treatment for bites.
2.3 Peppermint
Peppermint oil is a refreshing and effective choice for relieving the discomfort from bug bites. Known for its cooling properties, peppermint oil provides instant relief when applied to the skin. Peppermint oil also has natural pain-relieving properties, reducing pain and cramps.
In addition, it has mild anti-inflammatory effects, which can soothe the bite area. Diluting a few drops of peppermint oil with a carrier oil and gently applying it to the bite area gives a cool and calming effect.
2.4 Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus oil has many aromatherapy and general wellness benefits, making it an ideal choice for treating bug bites. Like peppermint, eucalyptus essential oil also has a cooling effect and provides relief from itching.
Besides soothing bites and itches, eucalyptus is also a potent insect repellent, keeping pests like bugs, ticks, and mosquitoes away during your camping and hiking trips. Eucalyptus also has natural antiseptic properties.
2.5 Basil
Also known as the “Queen of Herbs”, basil is rich in medicinal as well as culinary applications. It has a signature sweet smell with a cooling after-effect and helps deal with the itchy sensation resulting from bug bites. You can also spray it to repel insects and pests.
It also has strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory applications, making it ideal for home remedies for skin care and pain relief. Sweet basil essential oil can also be diluted and used as a DIY sanitizer, deodorizer, and room freshener.
2.6 Lemongrass
Lemongrass is yet another versatile essential oil, offering you a host of aromatherapy advantages and other applications. You can use lemongrass oil both as an insect repellent and as a home remedy to comfort insect bites. When diffused, it creates a deeply relaxing and uplifting ambiance that provides comfort from stress, anxiety, and daily fatigue. Lemongrass also has astringent properties and you can include it in your daily skincare routine for healthier and brighter skin.
Going by the old adage “Prevention is better than cure”, you should focus more on keeping insects and pests away in the first place rather than dealing with their bites later. Try our Trekker All Natural Insect Lotion and Trekker All Natural Insect Spray to enjoy pest-free outdoor adventures.
3. How do I use Essential Oils for Bug Bites?
You can use essential oils in several ways to get comfort from itchy bug bites. Make sure that while using our pure and USDA-certified organic essential oils, you dilute them with a suitable carrier oil base first.
- Topical Application – Dilute the essential oil of your choice with carrier oils such as fractionated coconut oil (FCO), jojoba, or sweet almond. Apply them gently over the area of the bite for relief. Make sure to perform a patch test before using essential oils on your skin. Take a few drops of diluted oil and apply it to a small patch of your skin. Check for irritation and allergies and consult your physician before widespread use if you have pre-existing medical conditions.
- Spray – Mix a few drops of essential oil with carrier oil or water in a spray bottle and use it as a DIY remedy for mosquito and bug bites.
- Ointment and Lotions – You can make soothing ointments or lotions by mixing essential oils with carrier oil bases. Add 2 to 3 drops per ounce of carrier oil for the best results. You can also try the same with store-bought lotions, salves, or moisturizers.
- Bath Soak – Add diluted essential oils of your choice to your bath water if you have several insect bites all over your body. Consider oils such as lavender, eucalyptus, and tea tree for bathing purposes.
4. Discover a Natural Relief With N8 Essentials
At N8 Essentials, we constantly commit to bringing you premium essential oils sourced from the freshest plant-based ingredients. Our range of essential oils for bug bites and insect repellent oils are prepared by sustainable cultivation and extraction methods and go through strict and repeated tests for quality and purity. Try them out and say goodbye to itchy insect bites on your outdoor escapades.
