The Bee Fairy Balm: Your Natural Shield Against Biting Bugs – At Home and Abroad

💕 All-Day Protection, Naturally

Whether you’re walking the dog, riding through fields, or enjoying a quiet evening in the garden, The Bee Fairy Balm is trusted to keep biting bugs at bay.

Blending pure beeswax with botanical oils and essential oils, the balm forms a breathable, skin-loving barrier that gently releases insect-repelling aromas throughout the day.

🧟‍♀️ What Can It Help Repel?

Midges & Mosquitoes – notorious for itchy, lingering bites
Horse Flies – aggressive biters around livestock and horses
Gnats & Black Flies – common near water or woodland
Fleas & Ticks – concerns for walkers, riders, and pets
Spiders – repelled from spaces, though bites are defensive
Ants & Bed Bugs – may be deterred by essential oil scent

🪰 How It Works

Most biting insects are drawn to us through a mix of carbon dioxide, body heat, skin bacteria and scent. The Bee Fairy Balm works by:

🌿 Masking natural attractants with aromatic essential oils like citronella, lemongrass, and lavender 🧟 Forming a breathable layer that both hydrates and repels 🔄 Releasing scent slowly through beeswax and oils for lasting protection

Horse flies, mosquitoes, midges and gnats rely heavily on scent trails and temperature detection to find a host. By disrupting that sensory process, our balm helps keep them from landing in the first place — making bites far less likely.

Customers often report no longer needing fly sheets for horses, or being able to enjoy summer evenings bite-free with just a single application.

✨ Easy to Apply, Lovely to Wear

✋ Apply with fingers or use a soft cosmetic sponge for even coverage.

🛀 Balm melts on contact, spreads easily, and absorbs into skin or coat without greasiness.

💖 Customers love the natural scent — soothing, not overpowering like chemical sprays.

⚠️ Repellent vs. Bite Prevention – Let’s Be Honest

Not all bites are preventable, and it’s important to manage expectations.

The balm is designed to discourage biting insects from landing in the first place, by confusing their ability to find and target you. This makes it highly effective for prevention, but it’s important to understand that no repellent offers 100% protection in every situation.

Spiders don’t hunt humans; they bite when startled or trapped (e.g., under clothing or bedding). Repellents may discourage them from approaching but can’t guarantee protection.

Bed bugs are drawn to heat and CO2, not scent alone. Natural repellents offer some prevention but won’t stop bites if bugs are present.

Ants, fleas, and other insects may avoid treated areas, but repellents work best as deterrents, not shields.

“Repellents work more by discouraging insects from entering your space, not by directly protecting your skin in all circumstances.” — Beyond Pesticides Journal

Still, The Bee Fairy Balm offers effective, skin-friendly defence against many of the most common biting bugs — without harsh chemicals.

🌌 Safe for Travel – No Liquids, No Leaks

Planning a trip? The Bee Fairy Balm is perfect for your travel kit:

✈️ Solid balm – no liquid restrictions at airports
🛫 No aerosols – safer and border-friendly
🇦🇺 Australia & New Zealand approved
- Natural ingredients are easily declared at customs
- Refer border officers to the product page at thebeefairy.co.uk for full INCI listings and ingredient info

🐎 Not Just for Humans…

Our Equine Balm has shown the same powerful results:

“I used to rug my horse every summer. Now, I apply balm around ears, belly and flanks — and flies stay away. No more sweaty fly sheets!”

Absorbs into the coat. Smells pleasant. No chemicals. Just nature doing its job.

⚠️ The Problem with Chemical Repellents

Shop-bought repellents often contain DEET, permethrin, or picaridin. While effective, they come with growing concerns:

❌ Short Protection Window

Often need reapplying every 2–4 hours
Sweat, sun or washing can quickly remove them

❌ Skin Irritation

DEET can cause rash, stinging or burning
Alcohol-based sprays dry out skin and worsen eczema or psoriasis

❌ Health Risks with Prolonged Use

DEET: Rare cases of seizures, headaches, or tremors in children with repeated use (UK Committee on Toxicity)
Permethrin: Classified by the EPA as a likely human carcinogen by ingestion
Picaridin: Milder alternative, but can cause eye irritation and is toxic if ingested
Concerns about build-up in the body and hormone disruption are still being researched (Beyond Pesticides)

“Even well-regulated repellents are not without risks. A natural alternative, when effective, reduces long-term chemical exposure for humans and animals alike.”

🌟 Night-Time Protection Tips

Want extra peace of mind while you sleep?

🌚 Apply balm to ankles, wrists, neck, and shoulders
☀️ If using sunscreen in the evening, apply balm after
🛅 Reapply if you’ve showered or sweated before bed
🛌 If using a net, balm adds a second line of defence against gaps or untreated fabric

😍 Our Customers Say It Best:

“It’s the only thing that actually works on me. I used to be covered in bites no matter what I used. Now I go all day without even thinking about it.” — Gardening customer, Worcestershire

“My horse is so much calmer out in the field. No constant tail swishing or head tossing.” —Show Rider, Gloucestershire

“I even use it before bed to keep spiders out the bed. No bites since I started using it.” — Customer via email

🐝 Why Choose The Bee Fairy Balm?

👉 Long-lasting, natural protection against common UK and travel-borne insects
👉 No harsh chemicals – just beeswax, oils and plant power
👉 Kind to skin and coat – suitable for adults, children, and animals
👉 Travel-ready, easy to apply, and smells divine
👉 Backed by loyal, repeat customers who say it’s the best they’ve used

💕🐝🧟‍♀️ “Made especially for you — with help from Mother Nature and a sprinkle of Magic from The Bee Fairy.”