25/11/2025
A little story about how Bug Balm began…
Years ago, I made an extra-large batch of bug balm — way more than our whānau needed. At the same time, my son was going through a phase where he absolutely wouldn’t take any pharmaceutical medicines.
So I started looking for gentle, plant-based alternatives that actually worked.
I had plantain and calendula growing in the garden, so I infused them into oil, melted beeswax, added a touch of peppermint, eucalyptus, lavender and tea tree… and suddenly this little balm became our go-to remedy for every bite, sting, scrape, and itchy kid leg.
I posted the extras online, thinking maybe one or two people might want one — and they sold. Then more people asked. Then people came back for refills.
And honestly… that’s how Kaingaroa Plant Lady started.
Just a mum, some plants, and a balm that helped her kids feel better.
I’ve made countless batches since, but Bug Balm will always hold a special place in my heart — it was the very first product, and still one of the most-loved.
Fresh batch ready now if anyone needs one
PM me to order, or go to kaingaroaplantlady.com
