At Cedarcide, we offer several pest-control solutions for both indoor and outdoor use. From concentrates to ready-to-use formulas, from personal & pet use to lawn & garden care, we have what you need to keep your home and yard free of pests.
But which products are right for you? To make your shopping experience easier, we’re launching a series of blog posts to help you better understand the differences between our most popular formulas. Today we’re talking about our two family-safe insecticides/repellents: Cedarcide Original and Tickshield.
WHAT IS CEDARCIDE ORIGINAL?
Our most popular solution, Cedarcide Original is a plant-based, non-toxic insecticide & repellent for personal, pet and home use. Quick-drying and non-staining, Cedarcide Original’s formula contains 10% cedar oil is fast and effective on everything from general insect control to major infestations. It’s safe for people and pets of all ages, and can be applied directly to human skin or pet fur. Cedarcide Original kills and repels fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, mites, chiggers, ants, flies, moths and more. (Cedarcide Original is not a lawn & garden product—Do NOT use it on grass or other plant life). For more tips on how to use Cedarcide Original, check out the instruction sheet on the Cedarcide Original product page.
WHAT IS TICKSHIELD?
Tickshield is a family-safe, extra strength insecticide and repellent—think of it as a double strength version of Cedarcide Original (it contain 20% cedar oil). Tickshield is our strongest and longest-lasting formula, making it an ideal choice for hikers, campers and other outdoorsman. Like Cedarcide Original, Tickshield dries quickly and will not stain. It’s safe for people of all ages and larger animals (20+ lbs.). (We do NOT recommend using Tickshield on cats or smaller dogs). Tickshield kills and repels fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, mites, ants, chiggers, flies, moths and more. (Tickshield is not a lawn & garden product—Do NOT use it on grass or other plant life).
HOW ARE THEY DIFFERENT?
Tickshield is simply an extra strength version of non-toxic Cedarcide Original insecticide & repellent.
Who Should Buy Cedarcide Original?Those looking for general indoor insect control (or fogging), and those in need of an everyday biting insect spray for both themselves and their pets.
Who Should Buy Tickshield?For those who require extra strength insect protection—think hikers, campers, fishermen, and other outdoorsman. Tickshield is also an ideal insect repellent for larger pets, such as large dogs (20+ lbs.) and horses.