100% NaTURAL
INSECT REPELLENT STICK
WITH LIPPISHIELD™
25g
PRODUCT
A natural insect repellent stick that is DEET free and presented in 100% biodegradable cardboard packaging to reduce single use plastic. With Lippishield™ – a natural blend of essential oils known for their insect repelling actions, the product is not only safe for babies but perfect for the whole family too.
INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT HEROES
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| LIPPIA | CITRONELLA | NEEM |
INGREDIENT LIST
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera/Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera, Shorea Robusta Resin, Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil, Zea Mays Starch, Lippia Javanica Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus Oil, Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citronellol*, Linalool*, Limonene*, Geraniol*
*Component of Natural Essential Oils
100% of the total ingredients are from Natural Origin
REVIEWS
No nasties in our products – they are free from: parabens, petrochemicals, propylene glycol, mineral oils, harsh foaming agents, SLS/SLES, silicon, phthalates, triclosan, methylisothiazolinone (MI), EDTA, DEA, TEA or PEGs.
pH balanced to provide an optimal environment for the skin and its microbiome to flourish.
Product will rapidly biodegrade in water and therefore will not pollute water courses.
Product packaging is 100% biodegradable.
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PRODUCT DETAILS
The Pure Beginnings 100% Natural Insect Repellent Stick is safe to use on babies, as it does not contain DEET. With LippishieldTM – our proprietary blend of Lippia, Citronella, Neem and Lemon Eucalyptus, the stick provides protection against mosquitoes and other insects.
- Lippia Oil – from one of Africa’s most under-rated fragrant medicinal plants. It is widely credited as being antiseptic and is believed to be useful as a gargle for sore throats. The essential oil is high in ipsdienone, which is shown to repel insect pests.
- Citronella oil – a plant-based insect repellent that has been registered for this use since 1948. The United States Environmental Protection Agency considers oil of citronella as a biopesticide with a non-toxic mode of action.
- Neem Oil – is a key ingredient in providing a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides in agriculture. It is also effectively used in creams and balms to help deter insects.
- Lemon Eucalyptus Oil – used in natural insect repellents to help provide hours of relief from biting insects.
- DEET FREE – Safe for babies
- 100% Natural-origin ingredients
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Apply to exposed body areas. Repeat regularly for best results.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
DECIPHERING DEET?
Diethyltoluamide (also called DEET) is the most common active ingredient in conventional insect repellents. It is a slightly yellow oil intended to be applied to the skin or to clothing, and provides protection against mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, leeches, and many other biting insects.
Whilst this may sound wonderfully convenient, the common everyday use of DEET causes it to seep into our water sources and streams. DEET is highly toxic to freshwater fish and many harmless insects.
CAN IT HARM US?
As with anything, conflicting reports give us differing opinions. Studies show that side effects of extended periods of exposure to DEET include irritation, redness, rash and swelling. People who have swallowed products containing high concentrations of DEET have also experienced stomach upset, vomiting, and nausea. When it comes to children, toxicity is a valid concern. There are natural alternatives available, so when there’s a safer choice of product on offer – use it!
PRODUCT TIPS
Leaving an open Pure Beginnings Insect Repellent Stick next the cot or bed will help provide additional protection during the night.
MO’S HELPFUL TIP
“Mosquitoes use vision to initially locate hosts and are attracted to dark colours. Light coloured clothing that covers the skin is an effective way to protect against mosquito bites.”
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WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY
I just love this product. It works great and it’s safe for my kids to use.
Layla
WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY
Love this awesome product. I love the smell. Keep insects away from baby. Very easy to apply. I also use it on clothing and baby’s receivers.
Khadija
WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY
Magical product, works wonders and the smell is absolutely delightful, gentle on baby’s skin and extremely effective.
Nivedna
WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY
Mosquitoes – need I say more… I bought this insect repellent when my son was about 4 months old and never again will I use anything else. It really really works, and it is not harmful for my baby! I also love the citronella smell…
Fransina
WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY
This is such a great insect repellant. Love that it is completely natural and safe to use on babies when all the other insect repellants are full of harsh chemicals. And the best part is that this really works – not a mozzie bite in sight when you use this on baby!
Tracey
CITRONELLA
CYMBOPOGON NARDUS (CITRONELLA) OIL
HERO PROPERTIES: citronellal, citronellol and geraniol
WHAT IT DOES: Traditionally used as an insect repellent as it helps inhibit an insect’s ability to locate its target due to the fragrance of the ingredient.
WHERE IT’S FROM: Steam distilled from the leaves of Cymbopogan grass
PURE PRINCIPLES
SKIN. HEALTH. EARTH. DESIGN. PERFORMANCE. COMMUNITY.
These 6 principles are key in guiding our business. They affect all of our decisions and direct the types of products we produce, the suppliers we use, the contents of each product and how we operate.
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Love this insect repellent. I’ve always been to uneasy about putting insect repellent creams or products on my kids especially my newborn. But this one truly is so pure and no harmful or strong smell to irritate the skin and mucous in the nose
– Evone