Struggling with summertime skin irritation? Whether it's bug bites, allergies, scrapes, scratches, or rashes, summertime fun usually brings about minor skin irritation for us and little ones alike that can cause anywhere from mild to major discomfort.

The catch is, many of the products that we use to prevent and treat these irritations often contain ingredients that we'd rather steer clear of as much as possible. So then, what should we use instead?

These wonderful Canadian brands understand that sometimes, all we need are gentler, healthier options to repel critters and soothe skin rashes so that we can enjoy our summers to the absolute fullest, without worry. Who's ready for more relaxing stays at the lake, trips to the beach, or walks in the park! Equip yourself and your family to cruise through summer vacations with the help of these all natural, Canadian-made remedies that soothe, calm, and protect our skin and ourselves.

Druide · Skin Essence Organics · Anointment · Corpa Flora · Lavigne Naturals · Sḵwálwen Botanicals

insect repellent

Gone are the days where choosing to go the 'natural route' meant simply foregoing bug spray. Druide's effective and efficient insect repellents are made with a base of lemon eucalyptus and without active DEET, offering up to 6 hours of protection. How cool is that! These repellents are safe to be applied on all those over 3 years of age. 

Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent · Ecotrail Insect Repellent

bug bite relief

If insect repellents aren't your thing or in cases of very persistent critters, a few bug bites may still occur after a long day outdoors, particularly on little ones. There is nothing more soothing than a cool shower, followed by the application of any of these soothing treatments that help to relieve inflammation, bumps, and itchiness.

Druide's Ecotrail After Sting Care treatment feels like magic on inflamed skin. Providing instant relief and protection, it's a natural and organic synergy of soothing and restorative extracts that instantly minimize the inflammation and itching due to insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac. Shop and find out more information here.

Additionally, these balmy options provide relief and nourishment to the area hours after bites occur to speed up the healing process and minimize scarring.

Soothing Skin Ointment - Calendula · E-Cream · Soothing Skin Ointment

rash & irritation relief

Rashes and more longterm irritation can affect how we feel everyday on vacation, taking away from our enjoyment of the experience. Our skin needs deep, nourishing, soothing care and that's exactly what these remedies were designed to do. Apply these remedies not only on the localized site of the irritation, but all over the body for relief and protection.

Kalkáy Wild Rose & Yarrow Healing Salve · Corpa Cera - Lipid-Replenishing Soothing Liquid Balm · Mayan Magic Balm

camping & outdoor-safe collection

For those of us who love spending time outdoors but equally love to take care of the environment around us, this collection features low waste, package free, and all biodegradable formulas. Enjoying the outdoors is supposed to connect us to nature, not for us to send more toxins into the environment!

Ecotrail Multi Purpose Soap - Ultra-soft, multi-purpose liquid soap. Ideal for cleaning your body, clothes and other personal effects. Concentrated formula practical, economical and phosphate-free.

Ecotrail Eucalyptus Soap (without palm) - In harmony with nature, this Cosmos certified soap will provide perfect hygiene throughout your body. Use in the wilderness while perfectly respecting the environment. Enjoy the natural essence.

Forest Garden Soap Bars - Being sea salt-based, they hydrate and exfoliate the skin as you use them, and contain beautiful wildcrafted herbs and locally sourced ingredients from British Columbia.

Bottle None Hair Bars - The shampoo lathers just like liquid shampoos do, melting on when applied onto wet hair for a deep cleanse. It’ll give you the satisfying wash you’re used to while being a much more sustainable and low-waste option.