Bonnie Bio, a proudly South African business, is on a mission to offer environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional single-use plastic products under the Bonnie Bio brand where we use nature wisely to help us resolve the plastic pollution problem. We also offer natural, plant-based alternatives to chemically based products under the Kindness brand.

As summer approaches and South Africa’s weather begins to warm up, mosquito and fly season is looming. To get rid of these annoying insects this summer, choose a repellent that’s safe for your family and does not contain the high level of toxins often found in these products. Choose Bonnie Bio’s toxin-free, healthier alternative.

Frank McDouall, owner of Bonnie Bio, believes that in this time of increasing cancer and autoimmune diseases, we should be more aware of what we put on our skin and what we breathe in. He says, “Many mosquito and fly repellent products on the market contain toxins (Pyrethrum, DEET, etc.). We have developed a natural, toxin-free insect repellent range under the Kindness Co. brand,” he says.

McDouall explains that Pyrethrum, an ingredient found in many insect repellents, is derived from chrysanthemum flowers. “It is natural and we’ve been led to believe it is safe, however, some recent studies have shown that it is not as safe as previously claimed. ** It is a natural, highly-toxic poison,” he says.

The Kindness range of insect repellents offers a natural alternative based on a combination of essential oils that naturally repel the insects. The Bonnie Bio product range consists of a fly repellent burner kit, a fly repellent spray and a mosquito repellent spray. “The fly and mosquito repellents we have developed are safe for humans and they are toxin free” says McDouall.

The Bonnie Bio Kindness Co. Fly Away Repellent burner kit uses a long-lasting borosilicate glass burner, a tealight made from wax with a cotton wick, and a Kindness zero-toxin repellent that will repel flies and bees without harmful chemicals or poisons. It is 100% natural, water-based, hypoallergenic, safe for sensitive skin and will not harm your respiratory system. It can be used inside or outdoors. As with all Bonnie Bio products, the bottle is also 100% compostable.

Bonnie Bio’s Kindness Co. 100% natural fly repellent spray also contains no harmful chemicals, toxins or poisons. It is safe to spray on all surfaces, like countertops, door frames and window frames to keep the flies away. Spray it on your outside table and tablecloth before dining outside to repel flies for at least three hours. It is safe for use on skin, fabric, animals and helps to repel bees. It won’t kill flies or bees it just repels them.

The Bonnie Bio Kindness Co. Natural Mozzie Repellent is also 100% natural, fabric-safe, water-based and hypoallergenic. It’s made from essential oils. Spray it on clothes, pyjamas, bed linen and exposed skin for a peaceful night’s sleep. It’s safe for sensitive skin, toddlers and doesn’t harm the respiratory system. It lasts for at least six hours, and you can use it indoors or outdoors.

McDouall says, “For our own good health and longevity, we should clean up our lifestyle, not only what we eat but we should also carefully consider what we apply on our skins and what we inhale.”

Find Bonnie Bio products at selected Checkers and Checkers Hypers nationwide, Faithful to Nature and Spar stores nationwide, or on our website: https://bonniebio.co.za/product/fly-away-repellent-borosilicate-glass-oil-burner-kit/ or https://bonniebio.co.za/product/natural-mozzie-repellent-135ml/ or https://bonniebio.co.za/product/fly-away-repellent-135ml/