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Tropical rainforest — Buzz Kill natural mosquito and tick repellent

Reclaim the Outdoors —
Without DEET

The plant-powered mosquito and tick repellent born in the rainforests of Costa Rica. Handcrafted with witch hazel, lemongrass, and citronella to protect your skin while soothing it.

Why Buzz Kill?

Plant Powered
DEET Free
Hydrosol Base
Reef Safe
Handcrafted Small Batch
Safe for Kids
Applying Buzz Kill natural mosquito and tick repellent in the forest

Born in the Rainforests of Costa Rica

Buzz Kill was created out of necessity. Hiking through the dense jungles of Costa Rica, we needed protection from mosquitoes — but we refused to coat our skin in DEET and synthetic chemicals. So we built our own formula.

Using witch hazel hydrosol as the base (not alcohol, which dries skin and evaporates fast), we layered in essential oils with proven repellent properties: citronella, lemongrass, peppermint, and geranium rose.

The result is a spray that protects your skin AND nourishes it. No sticky residue. No chemical smell. Just pure plant intelligence.

Why Buzz Kill Works Differently

Three things your store-bought repellent doesn't have.

The Hydrosol Base

Most natural repellents use alcohol bases. Alcohol dries skin and evaporates essential oils fast — meaning you reapply constantly. Our witch hazel hydrosol holds the formula on your skin, keeping it active longer.

The Natural Emulsifier

Most natural mosquito and tick repellents separate — essential oils float to the top and evaporate. Our enzyme emulsifier keeps every drop blended so every spray delivers full protection.

The Skin Support

While other repellents harm your skin barrier, our witch hazel and glycerin actually tone, soothe, and hydrate while protecting. Two jobs in one bottle.

Five Plant-Powered Ingredients.
Zero Synthetics.

🌿 Citronella Oil

EPA-registered plant-based mosquito and tick repellent since 1948. Mosquito and tick deterrent.

🌾 Lemongrass Oil

Mosquito, spider, and tick repellent. Clean citrusy scent.

❄️ Peppermint Oil

Keeps mosquitoes moving and adds a cool, refreshing finish.

🌸 Geranium Rose Oil

Natural deterrent with skin-softening properties.

💧 Witch Hazel Hydrosol

Calms, tones, and stabilizes the formula naturally.

Full ingredient list: Aqua (Distilled Water), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil (Lemongrass Oil), Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil (Geranium Rose Oil), Cymbopogon Nardus Oil (Citronella Oil), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Surfactin.

Protection That Nourishes — Not Strips

With Buzz Kill — calm, hydrated skin With conventional repellents — dry, irritated skin

Made for Real Outdoor Life

Buzz Kill is for every skin tone, every family, every adventure.

Buzz Kill outdoor lifestyle Family with tan skin enjoying outdoors Family with dark skin at outdoor cookout Friends with fair skin complexion outdoors Applying Buzz Kill mosquito repellent spray Buzz Kill natural botanical ingredients

Who It's For

🌿

Sensitive Skin & Eczema

No alcohol, no synthetic fragrance, no harsh preservatives. Gentle enough for daily use.

👶

Kids & Family

Non-toxic and parent-approved. No DEET, no harsh chemicals, no worry.

🐠

Reef & Wildlife Travel

Reef-safe and ocean-conscious. Formulated with the planet in mind from day one.

🏕️

Outdoor Adventures

Hiking, camping, cookouts, sports, park days. Reapply every 2–4 hours and keep going.

Simple Application. Lasting Protection.

1

Shake Well

Shake well before each use to activate the full formula.

2

Spray Generously

Apply to all exposed skin. Avoid eyes and mouth.

3

Reapply as Needed

Every 2–4 hours, after swimming, or after heavy sweating.

💡 Pro tip: Spray into hair and around your neck and ankles. Mosquitoes target areas that are not covered by clothing.

What Real People Say

★★★★★

"I absolutely love Buzz Kill! I first purchased this product for my son who has sensitive skin due to allergies and eczema. I love that it's all natural and smells soooo good! We both use it faithfully now when going on outdoor adventures, playing sports, or spending the day at the park. We even used it while in Jamaica this past May and had zero bug bites!"

— Verified Customer

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2 oz — $13  |  Perfect for your bag, pocket, or trail pack.

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  • Handcrafted in small batches in St. Louis
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buzz Kill safe for kids?

Yes. Our formula contains no DEET, no synthetic fragrances, and no harsh preservatives. Safe for daily use on children. Always patch test for sensitivities.

How long does the protection last?

2–4 hours per application. Reapply after swimming or heavy sweating.

How is this different from store-bought natural repellents?

Most natural mosquito and tick repellents use alcohol bases that dry skin and let essential oils evaporate. We use a witch hazel hydrosol base that keeps the formula active longer while nourishing your skin.

Does it smell strong?

Buzz Kill has a clean, citrusy-herbal scent from real plant oils. No synthetic fragrance.

Is it really reef-safe?

Yes. No oxybenzone, octinoxate, or other chemicals harmful to marine life. Formulated with the ocean in mind from day one.

Reclaim your outdoors with Buzz Kill natural mosquito and tick repellent

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