All Natural Bug Deterrent Lotion Stick Recipe

All Natural Bug Deterrent Lotion Stick Recipe

Lemon Eucalyptus Oil is known to be a natural repellent for insects. Rub this solid lotion bar on exposed skin to help keep those nasty pests away.

By Michael A Crooks Aug 13, 2025

Yield: 6 Lotion Sticks

Est Time: 1/2 Hour

Level: Easy

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Recipe Ingredients

0.10 oz. Vitamin E Natural T-50
0.50 oz. Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil - 100% Pure 598
4.0 oz. Beeswax - Ultra Refined & Bleached
4.0 oz. Jojoba Oil - Golden
4.0 oz. Shea Butter - Ultra Refined

Equipment From Home

1 Metal Pan or Double Boiler
1 Stove Top
Scale - Digital Display
1 Mixing Spoon
1 Thermometer - Digital

Shopping List

Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil - 100% Pure 598

(x1) Lemon Eucalyptus EO - Certified 100% Pure 598

2 fl oz

(x2) Jojoba Oil - Golden

2 oz

(x2) Shea Butter - Ultra Refined

1 lb

(x6) 02 oz Natural Twist-up Tube & Top

(x1) Vitamin E Natural T-50

2 oz

(x2) Beeswax - Ultra Refined & Bleached

2 oz

Directions

Step 1

Combine 4 oz. jojoba oil, 4 oz. shea butter and 4 oz. beeswax and place in a double boiler or a metal pan.

Step 2

Place on stove top and heat on low until beeswax has completely melted. Stir to completely blend in any small pieces of unmelted product.

Step 3

Remove from heat. Add Vitamin E and Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Stir to incorporate.

Step 4

Let product cool to 145°F. Pour melted liquid into lotion bar tubes.

Step 5

Let fully harden before applying cap.

Step 6

Label product accordingly.

To Use

To Use: Roll on any uncovered skin before going outdoors. Keep away from eyes and do not use on children under 2 years of age. 

Tags: Lotion Bar

Recipe Ingredients

0.10 oz. Vitamin E Natural T-50
0.50 oz. Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil - 100% Pure 598
4.0 oz. Beeswax - Ultra Refined & Bleached
4.0 oz. Jojoba Oil - Golden
4.0 oz. Shea Butter - Ultra Refined

Equipment From Home

1 Metal Pan or Double Boiler
1 Stove Top
Scale - Digital Display
1 Mixing Spoon
1 Thermometer - Digital

Directions

Combine 4 oz. jojoba oil, 4 oz. shea butter and 4 oz. beeswax and place in a double boiler or a metal pan.

Place on stove top and heat on low until beeswax has completely melted. Stir to completely blend in any small pieces of unmelted product.

Remove from heat. Add Vitamin E and Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Stir to incorporate.

Let product cool to 145°F. Pour melted liquid into lotion bar tubes.

Let fully harden before applying cap.

Label product accordingly.

To Use

To Use: Roll on any uncovered skin before going outdoors. Keep away from eyes and do not use on children under 2 years of age. 

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