The Bug Balm
Natural Insect Repellent & Moisture Stick
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The Bug Balm
Natural Insect Repellent & Moisture Stick
- Regular price
- $28
- Sale price
- $28 Sale
- Unit price
- /per
Protect your skin from bug bites (and soothe any you already have) with our all natural insect repellent. Our bug-blocking blend of citronella, geranium, and cedarwood repel insects naturally while our cocoa butter base delivers deep, skin-loving moisture. This easy-to-apply stick melts effortlessly into skin, giving you a golden hour glow. Learn more
The same Dusk Stone formula you know and love, now available in a portable stick format!
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Bug-Blocking Blend: This powerful blend with cocoa butter, citronella, geranium, and cedarwood delivers deep moisture while naturally repelling bugs. A 2-in-1 essential that keeps skin soft, smooth, and bite-free—you won’t want to leave home without it.
Lightweight & Wax-Free: Unlike sticky sprays or heavy balms, Bug Balm skips the wax and DEET for a breathable, mess-free formula. It melts effortlessly into skin—never greasy, never sticky—just smooth, nourishing protection.
Adventure-Ready: From hikes to beach days, campfires to weekend getaways, Bug Balm is designed to go where you go. The solid, no-spill stick format makes application easy—swipe it on, keep bugs away, and keep moving. Great for outdoor adventures and travel.
How To Use
Push up the stick.
Glide onto areas of exposed skin, and anywhere you need extra moisture.
Gently massage into your skin.
Enjoy nourished skin and a bug-free adventure!
Ingredients
Ingredients: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Oil (0.2%), Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood) Oil (0.12%), Rosmarinus Ocinalis (Rosemary) Oil (0.12%), Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil (0.04%), Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil (0.03%), Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Lemongrass) Oil (0.03%) INERT INGREDIENTS (99%): Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridesSustainability
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WATERLESS
Traditional bath & bodycare products are mostly water and transporting that water generates a lot of carbon emissions. Our waterless formulas save 65% of carbon emissions from transportation.
PLASTIC-FREE
Each time you buy a refill, you generate 52% less waste than a traditional moisturizer. Say goodbye to plastic lotion bottles.
LOCALLY-MADE
By producing in one facility and sourcing most of our packaging from US suppliers we save up to 50% of carbon emissions from transportation.
4.8Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars28 Reviews
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Your first shipment will be and include the bamboo canister.
The following shipments will be and include a Body Stone refill only.
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Food For Skin, Made From Scratch: Simple, powerful ingredients to nourish your skin.
Less is More: Plastic-free, reusable, refillable packaging. Waterless formulas with reduced carbon footprint.
Magic Moment of Self Care: A way of connecting with your body through the power of your own touch. A grounding practice that can lead to a better day.

What You Apply To Your Skin Matters
- Vegan
- Cruelty-Free
- Waterless
- Safe For All Skin Types
- Recyclable & Refillable
- Plastic-Free
- 1% For The Planet
- Climate Neutral Certified

Customer Reviews & Questions
- ARAnnika R.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 25 - 34Skin Type / Concern Sensitive, NormalMy Results Reduced Irritation, Softer SkinRated 5 out of 5 starsGreat for bugbites
I haven't had a chance to use this outside against the bugs yet but did get to use it on some bugbites! It helped sooth the bite and felt like it helped with healing. Not super strong scent, which is nice, and very hydrating
Was this helpful? - DADaniel A.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 65+Skin Type / Concern Dry, AgingRated 4 out of 5 starsBug free ankles!!
Works just fine….
Any plans for a strong peppermint option?
Was this helpful? - BPBriel P.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Skin Type / Concern Dry, Sensitive, StretchmarksMy Results Smoother Skin, Softer SkinRated 4 out of 5 starsAlmost perfect.
I love Kate McLeod‘s formulas, hydrating with a pleasant scent . My only negative is while I love the sustainable packaging of this. The stick doesn’t stay up very well..
Was this helpful? - RSRebecca S.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 55 - 64Skin Type / Concern Aging, SensitiveMy Results Reduced Irritation, Softer SkinRated 5 out of 5 starsWorks!
I live in SE Texas where it's already 95 degrees with 95% humidity in mid-May and our mosquitoes are out in full force. This bug balm is so handy; this one stay in my pocket when I'm out in the yard. Perfect size, the formula works well on pesties, I love the scent and bonus - my skin gets some needed love while keeping the bugs away. Softens and moisturizing.
Was this helpful? - CACarla A.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 45 - 54Skin Type / Concern Normal, Aging, Baby/KidsMy Results Reduced IrritationRated 5 out of 5 starsAmazing!
What an amazing product. Used it and shared with my family during this past Memorial Day weekend and it worked amazingly.
Was this helpful? - TRTaya R.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Skin Type / Concern DryMy Results Smoother Skin, Glowing SkinRated 5 out of 5 stars🤍
Perfect for nights at the ball field! Easy to take along, smells incredible!
Was this helpful? - KBKim B.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 55 - 64Skin Type / Concern NormalMy Results Reduced IrritationRated 5 out of 5 starsA must have
I am a mosquito magnet, so I definitely love this product. So much better than yucky bug spray.
Was this helpful? - MGMargaret G.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Skin Type / Concern NormalRated 4 out of 5 starsVery effective
This product works great for protection against mosquitoes. An added bonus is that it actually smells good and feels nice on my skin.
Was this helpful? - VVickiI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars5 Stars
Hope it works!!✅
Was this helpful? - EKElizabeth K.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAge Range 25 - 34Skin Type / Concern NormalMy Results Reduced IrritationRated 5 out of 5 starsWorks great!
We get eaten alive by mosquitos during the summer here in Texas. I’ve tried a bunch of other solutions and haven’t had much success, but now having a little one I really needed to find something that works and has truly clean ingredients, this fit the bill and has been working great! Bonus, it’s so easy to apply!!!
My only complaint is the container is slightly flimsy and kinda falling apart and I’ve only had it for a few weeks.
Overall great product!
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