This year, the population of mosquitoes and ticks promises to be even WORSE than last year in our area. Unfortunately, that leaves almost no place to hide since we live in a very wooded area – which is beautiful, save for the crawlies that my daughter and I happen to be allergic to!

Every year around this time, I begin to look forward to summer with mixed emotions. I’m so ready for swimming and sunshine and hiking and blooms – but the thought of large swollen mosquito bites and tiny hidden ticks is enough to make me consider packing my bags and heading down to Florida. Indefinitely.

This year promises to be a little different, though. This year, I learned about a company called Nature’s Balance Care, who makes not only an awesome insect repellent (organic!) for both kids and adults, but an entire animal line as well! Most of you who know me know how AGAINST the idea I am of putting harmful substances like DEET on my children. Unfortunately, until now I have been hard pressed to come up with a solution to the bug problem out here that even stands a chance. Well, until Nature’s Balance Care, that is.

This insect repellent doesn’t contain DEET, Resmethrin, Pyrethrum or neuro-toxic chemicals. The company claims that it’s safe enough to eat, but will repel pesky mosquitoes, flies and blood sucking insects. AND, as if that’s not enough alone to make you want to buy this product, it’s also made with natural skin conditioners which leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth rather than sticky or oily – and it leaves your senses refreshed with lavendar, geranium, lemongrasss, and other natural botanical ingredients.

Want Yours? Go HERE.

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