# Bug Repellent Soaps This FaceDoctorX Anti-Mosquito Soap Uses Natural Insect Repellent Oils By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-insect-repellent References: [insectcop.net](http://insectcop.net/mosquito-soap-does-it-work-as-an-insect-repellent/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ICR9X6/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) There are dozens of [natural insect repellent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-insect-repellents) skin sprays and balms that are meant to be used on dry skin post-shower, but this one from FaceDoctorX is meant to be used as part of a cleansing personal hygiene routine. When used during a morning shower, the Anti-Mosquito Soap promises to protect users against insect bites all day long. The formula was developed by a dedicated group of scientists, who have spent years researching the behaviors of these pesky insects. Some of the active herbal extracts that help to keep mosquitos away from the skin include eucalyptus oil, calendula, menthol, lavendula and citronella oil. In addition to repelling bugs, these powerful natural ingredients are also ideal for soothing tired muscles, refreshing skin and treating inflammation. For these reasons, the Anti-Mosquito Soap is also useful as a treatment for itchy insect bites. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 62% | 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 - **Natural Insect Repellent:** Opportunity for developing innovative insect repellent products using natural ingredients. - **Cleansing Personal Hygiene:** Potential for creating hygiene products that offer additional benefits beyond basic cleansing. - **Soothing and Refreshing Ingredients:** Scope for incorporating ingredients that provide soothing and refreshing properties in personal care products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Personal Care Products:** Disruption potential in the personal care industry to develop insect repellent products with added benefits. - **Natural Health and Wellness:** Innovation opportunities in the natural health and wellness industry by using herbal extracts for bug repellent purposes. - **Insect Bite Treatment:** Possibility for developing products that target insect bite treatment while also serving as a cleansing hygiene item. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Essential Oil Insect Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mox.md) - [Hybrid Bug Spray Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-so-soft-bug-guard.md) - [Plant-Powered Insect Repellants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzie.md) - [Comprehensive Outdoor Protection Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullfrog-2-in-1-sunscreen.md) - [Skin-Friendly Insect Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fumakilla-skin-vape.md) - [Natural Outdoor Bug Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-buster-insect-repellent.md) - [Child-Centric Insect Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-repellent-spray.md) - [Lemongrass-Scented Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repellent-spray.md) - [Hybrid Sun-Protecting Insect Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquitmed-sun-protection.md)