Whether you’re at the lake, in the garden, or just enjoying a quiet evening outside… bug season is part of life here in Minnesota.
But bug spray doesn’t have to feel like a chore.
I created Bug Guard because I wanted something that actually felt good to use… something you’d reach for without hesitation.
🌿 Why I Created Bug Guard
Most conventional bug sprays do one thing well… they keep bugs away.
But they often come with trade-offs:
• sticky skin
• overpowering scent
• something you don’t really want to reapply
I wanted something different.
Something light. Comfortable. Easy to use throughout the day.
Something that fits into your life… instead of interrupting it.
🌿 Why I Chose Not to Use DEET
There’s a reason DEET is commonly used… it’s effective.
But for me, creating Bug Guard was about more than just effectiveness.
It was about:
• how something feels on your skin
• how often you feel comfortable using it
• what you’re putting on your body day after day
DEET can feel heavy and harsh… especially on summer skin that’s already exposed to sun, water, and the elements.
So instead, I chose a plant-based approach.
One that supports your body while still helping keep bugs at bay… even if it means reapplying a little more often.
Because comfort, experience, and daily use matter.
🌿 What Makes Bug Guard Different
Bug Guard was designed to feel like something you want to wear.
✔ Lightweight + non-sticky
No greasy residue. No tacky feeling. Just skin that feels like skin.
✔ Soft, natural scent
A hint of vanilla blended with plant-based ingredients… subtle, warm, and easy to wear.
✔ Made for real life
From lake days to backyard evenings… it fits right into your routine.
🌿 Why Vanilla?
Vanilla isn’t just there for the scent.
It adds a soft, familiar note that makes the experience feel completely different from traditional bug sprays.
Instead of something you tolerate… it becomes something you actually enjoy using.
🌿 For Real Life, Not Just Occasions
This is the kind of product you keep by the door, in your bag, in your car.
For:
• morning walks
• afternoons on the water
• evenings outside
• everyday moments when bugs show up
Simple. Easy. Part of your rhythm.
🌿 For Younger Skin: Little Explorer
As I was creating Bug Guard, I knew there also needed to be something for younger, more sensitive skin.
That’s where Little Explorer comes in.
It’s crafted with the same intention:
• lightweight
• non-sticky
• plant-based
…but with a gentler approach, designed specifically for kids and delicate skin.
Because summer should feel good for them too.
🌿 How to Use
• Shake gently before use
• Spray onto exposed skin before heading outside
• Reapply as needed, especially after swimming or sweating
For face application, spray into hands first, then apply.
🌿 A Better Way to Do Bug Season
Bug Guard isn’t about overpowering bugs with harsh ingredients.
It’s about creating something you’ll actually use… consistently and comfortably.
Because when something feels good on your skin, you reach for it more often.
And that’s what makes the difference.