Why Mosquitoes Hate Lemongrass (And We Love It)

Why Mosquitoes Hate Lemongrass (And We Love It)
Discover the Naturally Kind Superpower Behind Our Best-Selling Products 🌿🦟💚
Mosquitoes don’t stand a chance against lemongrass and that’s exactly why we’ve made it one of the hero ingredients in The Naturally Kind Co. range. Not only is lemongrass beautifully fresh and calming to us humans, but also to mosquitoes? It’s their worst nightmare.
In this post, we explore why lemongrass is so effective at repelling insects, why it’s kind to your skin, and where you’ll find it in our Skin Shield, Haven, and Tick Free collections.

What Is Lemongrass and Why Do Mosquitoes Hate It?
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a tall, tropical plant with a fresh citrusy scent. Its essential oil contains citral and geraniol, natural compounds that are proven to interfere with mosquitoes’ sense of smell.
That means they struggle to locate your body heat, sweat, or carbon dioxide, all the things that normally attract them.
🦟 To mosquitoes: Lemongrass = danger zone
🌸 To you: Lemongrass = refreshing, relaxing, and lightly floral

Where You’ll Find Lemongrass in Our Range
We use organic lemongrass essential oil across multiple Naturally Kind products, because it really works, and it smells divine. Here’s where it shines:
Skin Shield Mosquito Repellent Sprays (250ml & 100ml)
Our best-selling DEET-free repellent sprays use lemongrass + citronella + vitamin E in a skin-loving base.
• Safe for adults and children 1 year+
• Hydrating formula (no sticky residue)
• Perfect for everyday outdoor protection
• Available in family-size (250ml) and handbag-size (100ml)
“It smells so good I’d wear it as perfume!” – Actual customer feedback.
Skin Shield Soothing Cream for Babies
Our baby repellent cream is specially formulated with lemongrass, lavender, neem, and shea butter.
• Safe from 1 month+
• Gentle on sensitive skin
• Ideal for cheeks, arms, ankles & bellies
• Doubles as a soothing moisturiser
🍼 Designed with real mums, for real peace of mind.

Haven Candle & Essential Oil
Lemongrass plays a key role in our multi-insect repellent candle and essential oil blend, perfect for homes, gardens, and even beach days.
• Fills your space with a calm, citrusy aroma
• Keeps insects at bay
• Made with 100% soy wax and real essential oils
• No synthetic perfumes, no nasties
🌿 Your home’s new bug-free sanctuary.
TickFree Spray for Dogs
Yes, lemongrass works for pets too! Our new TickFree spray for dogs repels fleas, ticks, and other biting bugs without harsh chemicals.
• Safe on paws, tummies, and coats
• Light lemongrass scent dogs don’t mind
• Helps protect during walks and playtime
🐶 Kind to your fur family and the air they breathe.
The Naturally Kind Difference
Lemongrass is just one of the many natural heroes in our formulations. Everything we make is:
✅ DEET-free
✅ Vegan and cruelty-free
✅ Safe for skin, babies, and pets
✅ Packaged responsibly
✅ And always tested in real homes before hitting the shelves
We believe repellent should be effective, gentle, and gorgeous to use. Lemongrass helps us tick every box.
Ready to Go Lemongrass & Bug-Free?
From sprays to creams, candles to dog care, our lemongrass-powered range is ready to protect your whole family, naturally.
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Because nature has the answers and we bottle them beautifully.