Neemcontains a range of active compounds including azadirachtin, nimbin, nimbidin and limonoids that seem to have insecticidal properties that can help deter mosquitoes, ticks, flies and other insects.
Lavenderis a fragrant herb that provides a safe and effective way to deter insects as its scent has insect-repellent properties. It is thought its strong sweet smell may confuse or disrupt biting insects' senses, making it hard for them to locate a host, find mates and reproduce.
Lemongrassis another natural plant that has been used as an effective insect repellent due to its high levels of citronellol and citronellal.
Lemonbalmhas long been used as a natural insect repellent as it contains high levels of citronellol and citronellal. These compounds are the lemon-scented components that can be found in citronella oil which comes from the citronella plant which is a widely used insect repellent.
Sagehas been known for its culinary uses due to its distinctive smell and taste, but the same characteristics make it an effective bug repellent. Its oils contain compounds that can help deter a variety of bugs and may mask the smell of the animal's skin.
Peppermint is a popular natural insect repellent. It has a strong aroma that many insects including mosquitoes, ants, flies, and spiders find unpleasant.
Nettle Leaf Extractdoes not have a strong aroma, but it is thought that the chemicals in the oil of the Nettle plant may act as a natural deterrent.
Rosemary has been used for many years as a natural insect repellent with many insects being particularly put off by the strong aroma.