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Buzz Shield FAQs

Buzz Shield creates a safe “bug barrier” on your skin to help keep any hungry insects away.

Buzz Shield Product Features & Benefits

Repels & Protects Against Biting Insects; Safe Even On Sensitive Skin. Safe and effective way to repel mosquitoes and other insects. Prevent itchy insect bites and lessen the chance of contract deadly diseases carried by mosquitoes and other pests. O

What is Buzz Shield?

Protecting yourself and your family against pesky mosquitoes and other insects couldn’t be easier and safer than using BugMD’s new Buzz Shield! It is a repellent spray infused with Lemongrass Oil. Simply spray Buzz Shield all over the body to effecti

What is an insect repellent?

Insect repellent is commonly known as bug spray. It can be a substance applied or sprayed on the skin or other surfaces to discourage insects from coming near or landing on that surface. It can also come in the form of patches or stickers that emit c

What are the ingredients of Buzz Shield?

Buzz Shield’s active ingredient is Lemongrass oil; other ingredients are Purified Water, Glycerin, Castor Oil, Vanillin, Lecithin, and Vitamin E.

How do I apply Buzz Shield?

To use Buzz Shield, shake the bottle and simply spray the repellent on your body, hands, feet, and ankles right before or during your exposure to insect filled areas. Be sure to reapply every 2 hours and again after applying sunscreen.

Is lemongrass oil really effective in repelling mosquitoes and other insects?

Yes, absolutely. One study involved the extraction of lemongrass oil and tested it topically on human subjects to find out how mosquitoes react. The conclusion showed that lemongrass oil successfully repelled mosquitoes away from human skin for up to

Is Lemongrass Oil Safe for Humans or Pets?

We do not recommend applying to children under 6 months of age and keeping the bottle away from pets and children to be safe so that they do not spill or ingest the formulation.

How does Buzz Shield smell and feel when applied to the skin?

Buzz Shield has a clean and fresh scent with a hint of vanilla. And even though the active ingredient of Buzz Shield is Lemongrass oil, when it is applied to the skin, it does not leave an oily or greasy residue.

Is there an expiration date for mosquito repellent spray?

Shelf life is 3 years, but our products did not print expire date on the product for PO20462.

Is Buzz Shield DEET-Free?

Yes, our Buzz Shield Mosquito Repellent Spray is DEET-Free.

What is DEET or other insect repellents? Are they bad for me and my family?

DEET, Picaridin, and IR353513 are known chemical insect repellents. They certainly can wipe out insects, but it has been found that they may be harmful. Chemical repellents like these are believed to have some degree of varying toxicity. DEET has bee

Why should I use an insect repellent?

You may notice mosquitoes love to swarm around people and pets, especially mosquitoes. This is because you are their food! Mosquitoes are wired to be attracted to warm blooded bodies. Pesky insect bites usually leave bumps, redness, or itchiness on t

When should I apply Buzz Shield, and often should I reapply?

It is recommended that mosquito repellent is applied whenever you go outdoors or even indoors when there is a risk of getting bitten by a mosquito or other insects. Buzz Shield should be reapplied every two hours.

Should I wear repellent even indoors?

If you think you are at risk of getting bitten by a mosquito or other insect even indoors, it is still recommended that you apply Buzz Shield.

How much Buzz Shield should I use?

Spray Buzz Shield liberally on dry exposed skin.