This invention relates generally to a non-toxic insect repellent comprising natural ingredients for application on humans and or animals. More particularly, the present invention is directed toward a non-aerosol insect repellent for application to the skin or clothing of humans and animals to repel pests found in a variety of environments, such as mosquitoes, black flies, ticks, and biting gnats. The present invention comprises the active ingredients of citronella oil, lemongrass oil, geranium oil, cedarwood oil, rosemary oil, and sesame oil that work in combination to repel pests from humans and animals over an extended period of time. The present invention also comprises an emulsifier and a preservative to provide extended shelf-life. Additionally, the present invention may optionally contain catnip oil for enhanced potency to repel biting infectious insects, particularly when used in more wilderness areas.
