Review by Pauline Alba.
It all began with one fly, then another joined the party, and before we knew it, we had a full-blown insect invasion during our camping trip. I had invited some friends to enjoy the great outdoors in the warm, dry weather, but the flies seemed to think it was an all-you-can-bug buffet. It was sweltering, and we didn’t want to bundle up in extra layers, but those little feet tap-dancing all over us were driving us nuts.
That’s when I remembered I had brought along a nifty little contraption called Dr. Doug’s Bug Potion. With a healthy dose of skepticism, we liberally applied it to our legs and resumed our chitchat. To our surprise, the scent was delightful — so much so that we would have used it just for the fragrance alone. But then, like magic, we noticed that the swarm of 20 flies had dwindled down to just a couple. Coincidence? Perhaps. Or maybe Dr. Doug’s Bug Potion turned us into the sweet-smelling, fly-repelling rock stars of the campground!
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The Miracle Balm
Dr. Doug’s is a brand that was founded with a strong commitment to helping people in three key areas: protecting, healing, and restoring. The creator, Dr. Doug, places a high emphasis on using ingredients that are organic, all-natural, and ethically sourced, reflecting a dedication to both human well-being and environmental sustainability.
The first product developed by Dr. Doug’s was the original miracle balm, designed to provide quick relief, promote healing, and offer long-lasting benefits. This versatile balm can be used on various parts of the body for a wide range of purposes.
As customers began to appreciate the benefits of Dr. Doug’s products, they requested additional items. In response, the brand expanded its offerings to include the clear zinc product. Zinc is known for its natural healing properties for the skin and can be used for both sun protection and soothing skin after sun exposure.
Recognizing the need to address other common concerns such as headaches, pain, and stretch marks, Dr. Doug’s developed the Magnesium balm, which serves as a solution for these issues.
All of Dr. Doug’s balms are crafted from a base of high-quality organic ingredients, including organic beeswax, organic extra virgin olive oil, organic extra virgin coconut oil, and organic shea butter. These natural components form the foundation of the brand’s products, ensuring that they are not only effective but also environmentally conscious.
In addition to the three base balms (miracle balm, clear zinc balm, and magnesium balm), Dr. Doug’s offers a range of other products to cater to various needs. These include bug potion, bug potion with zinc, recovery balm, baby balm, and charcoal soap, further demonstrating the brand’s commitment to providing holistic solutions for its customers.
Review
When I was asked to do this review it was an immediate “yes”. I could say that I live with all the symptoms that these balms are created for. I am always looking for a solution that will be beneficial for my body made of natural ingredients.
When I received the product I was given a large twist of Bug Potion with Zinc and a trial version of all the rest of the products. In addition, I was sent a very cute handwritten letter thanking me and a nice card to better understand the details of all the potions. I am always more inclined to support a company that makes us feel welcome and important.
The product soon became my primary source of relief, trying different products each day to see what the result would be. It is easy to apply and will not leave you with a greasy feeling. Dr. Doug’s will mention that a little will go a long way. Once you apply it from the twist-up, you can spread it a lot further than expected. I found that each container lasted longer than I would have expected. I struggled with a skin condition on my feet and found relief when I remembered to apply the balm.
The smell was wonderful, especially the Bug Potion. It has a pleasant lemongrass scent. Our summer battle was more with flies and gnats and it would provide some temporary relief when enjoying the outdoors. This will become a staple in my house and a welcome addition to my camping kit.
Where to find Dr. Doug’s
Dr. Doug’s can be ordered at https://www.drdougs.com/. It is currently sold in some smaller boutique stores but easily found online. The products come in multiple sizes ranging from a mini twist-up(.35 oz) selling for $13.00, the large twist-up( 2 oz) for $30.00, and the large jar(8 oz) for $42.00. Check it out!
Your thoughts on Dr. Doug’s Miracle Balm and Bug Potion?
What is your impressions of Dr. Doug’s products? Would you like to have these on your adventures to ensure a more peaceful time? Perhaps you have had your own outdoor experiences you would like to share in the comments below.
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Pauline Alba loves to find adventures! Pauline has split her career between teaching and working for a non-profit in the fitness area. For fun she volunteers for a local animal rescue, teaching water exercise and water safety courses, plans trips to fun places, and plays with her two large dogs.
Her adventures tend to include camping, hiking, meeting people she doesn’t know, kayaking, or just lying under the trees! She is always looking for a way to encourage others to explore more outdoors.
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Oh! I love the little packaged set – what a fun gift idea. I’m also into natural things instead of chemicals, so I try to stay away from things like OFF and other brands. I love that Dr. Doug’s Bug Potion is natural and smells great, which is important, too. I’ll definitely be trying this brand out, and thanks for the introduction!
I need this in my life. I live near a river and we get so many bugs from it. And hiking because the uk climate is so damp. I love that dr Doug’s ingredients are ethically sourced and sustainable. That’s a big thing for me when choosing products to purchase particularly those in the outdoors.
I’m tired of flies invasion during a camping trip. So, yes, I would like to try Dr. Doug’s. I like that they use natural ingredients and you said it smells good. I hope it will work well on my skin just like on yours.
I love this! I am always looking for ways to keep bugs and mosquitoes away on our outdoor trips. Sometimes there are mosquitoes in your own backyard garden. When I get bitten, it takes ages to heal and the itch-feeling stays almost forever. I am buying this Miracle balm for my next trip. This is impressive as it has organic and all natural ingredients. Thank you for this great blog post. 🙂
It sounds like an interesting product that I could actually use around the house. Until the weather gets cold, I keep the door open all summer long, for the cat to come and go as he pleases. But this also brings a lot of flies inside the house. I don’t like chemical products so I usually just use a sticky tape to catch them. But this bug balm would be such a better idea, because it is made only with natural ingredients.
What a camping trip turned insect invasion adventure! I also hate bugs when camping and doing outdoor activities, so I get that. Your personal experience with the products and the info on where to find them is super helpful. I haven’t used Dr. Doug’s balms yet but will add them to my shopping list to try out.
This balm and bug potion sounds perfect for me as I always get bitten, even in the house! The ingredients sound amazing and very soothing on the skin. I like that a little goes a long way. Do they sell internationally? It would be great to know if they sell in Europe.
I also prefer a natural organic bug repellent. I have never heard of the Dr Dougs products and I wonder if they available in Europe. But if I go camping in the US one day I would definitely try them.
I must admit that bugs are a big turnoff for me entering the wilderness. I might too have been skeptical that Dr Doug’s Miracle Balm and Bug Potion would work so well. Good to know that the products are all based on high quality organic ingredients. What an interesting mix of products. Fun to be able to try samples of different ones. And to find products that now are part of your camping kit.
all-natural, go-to solution for soothing skin and keeping those pesky bugs at bay……Excellent product!
Ohh wowo….I love natural ingredients product & specially interested with the balm as I easily get mosquito bites whenever at outdoor. Gonna check this out to grab the balm for my travel use.
I so have to check out these products and especially the bug balm. I could use a product like this when hiking as the bugs this year were horrendous with all of the rain BUT I will take it as we need it for the waterfalls and more! Thank you for sharing and checking out these products next!
My grandkids live near the waters and they’re always being bothered by mosquitoes and another insect. they also have very sensitive skin. I’ll have to let my daughter know about this product and see if it’ll work for her boys. thank you for the review
These lotions are amazing. They are so versatile to heal the skin’s surface while protecting it from the outside damage.
Sounds like a useful product to have. I like natural products and this would be one that would get a lot of use in our household.
I’m definitely intrigued by Dr. Doug’s Miracle Balm and Bug Potion now. Your review has piqued my interest, and I’ll be checking out their website for sure.
Keep those awesome camping stories and product reviews coming
This is interesting, first time to know about this, and will try it. Seems like great products to have. Thank you for sharing!
oh amazing! I need Dr. Doug’s miracle balm and bug potion for sure! I am living with bugs lol…
Brilliant stuff. I can’t stand putting too many unhealthy chemicals on my skin. This is a great solution for me. Thank you.
I would have jumped at the chance too. We are big outdoor people.
I will certainly recommend this to a friend of mine. She’s always outdoors all through the year.
It sounds like you had quite an unexpected insect invasion during your camping trip! Dr. Doug’s Bug Potion seems to have come to the rescue and provided relief from those pesky flies. The fact that it not only repelled flies but also had a pleasant fragrance is a nice bonus.
I like the cute bottles of packaging. Sounds like a great product to try out.
These Dr. Doug’s balms sound amazing. I like that they are from a base of high-quality organic ingredients. I’ll have to grab some!
I like Dr. Doug’s balms. I use a similar product here at home and it’s always good for my skin as well as sinuses. I would definitely love to have these, for my next adventure.
Interesting that this potion reduced the count of flies. They must have hated the smell or something else about it.
I love that these are all-natural. Regular bug repellent with DEET makes my skin burn so bad. I’ll deal with a thousand mosquito bites before I’ll wear that stuff.
I need to give this a try! We’re outdoors all the time, and we need something to keep the bugs away. The only problem is that regular sprays burn!
Wow, Miracle Bam will be the ideal one I need to get for our next campaign. My wife got bitten by bugs and it was terrible. Thanks for sharing