# Chemical-Free Insect Oils Really Good's 'De-Bug Balm' is Powered by Neem and Karanja By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-balm References: [skindressing](http://www.skindressing.com/de-bug-balm-with-organic-neem-and-karanja-oils-p/dbb.htm) Citronella, lavender and catnip are some of the ingredients that are commonly found in insect repellent products, but the Really Good De-Bug Balm provides a chemical-free solution with alternative natural ingredients. The [oil-based spray](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-oil-spf-50-body-oil) is made from a number of unusual ingredients, most notably karanja and neem seed oils, which are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. The fragrant [chemical-free mosquito repellent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqitter-mini) is further enhanced with oils from sources like lemon eucalyptus and peppermint. Unlike many other insect-repelling products, this one is gentle enough for use on the face and body. Even as an oil, this is a spray product that will not sit on the skin and leave it feeling heavy or greasy. The natural vegan and cruelty-free product is certified with Beauty Without Cruelty and is a member of [PETA's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-pancake-slam) Beauty Without Bunnies Program. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Chemical-free Insect Repellents:** The rise of chemical-free insect repellent products using natural alternatives opens up opportunities to disrupt traditional chemical-based insect repellent industry. - **Natural Ingredient-based Cosmetics:** The trend to replace synthetic ingredients with natural alternatives in cosmetic products creates opportunities for innovation and marketability. - **Sustainable and Cruelty-free Cosmetics:** Consumers' growing concern for the environment and ethics in cosmetics production has opened up market opportunities for sustainable and cruelty-free products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Insect Repellent:** The natural ingredients in Really Good's 'De-Bug Balm' signal disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the insect repellent industry to develop chemical-free alternatives. - **Cosmetics:** The trend towards natural ingredients in cosmetics presents opportunities for companies in the cosmetics industry to develop innovative and sustainable products. - **Animal-friendly Products:** The certification of Really Good's 'De-Bug Balm' with the Beauty Without Bunnies Program highlights the opportunities for companies in the cosmetics industry to meet consumer demand for cruelty-free products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Child-Centric Insect Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-repellent-spray.md) - [Plant-Powered Insect Repellants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzie.md) - [Essential Oil Insect Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mox.md) - [Scientific Insect-Repelling Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-bug-blend.md) - [Peppermint-Based Insect Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozzi-magic-insect-repellent.md) - [Non-GMO Natural Insect Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-insect-repellents.md) - [Insect-Fighting Lotion Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotion-bar.md) - [Lemongrass-Scented Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repellent-spray.md) - [Hybrid Bug Spray Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-so-soft-bug-guard.md)