Doctor-formulated · 40 years of practice

Dr. Schrock's Natural Tick & Insect Repellent Spray

4.9

(372 verified reviews)

Top-rated · outdoor

DEET-free tick and insect repellent — Citronella, Tea Tree and Peppermint in an MCT Oil base that disrupts insect olfactory navigation and adheres to skin for longer-lasting coverage.

  • DEET-free — safe for the whole family, no harsh chemicals
  • Works against ticks, mosquitoes, gnats and flies
  • MCT carrier improves skin adhesion for lasting coverage
  • Made in USA · Glass bottle · Cruelty-free
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"Why I made these Vitamins instead of recommending what was on the shelf."
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"Why I made these Vitamins instead of recommending what was on the shelf."

90-second story from a 40-year practitioner about the gap in supplement shelves that drove this formulation. Watch before you buy — most patients say it's the moment they decided.

Made in USA

100% Plant-based

Non-GMO

3rd-party tested

GMP-certified facility

No fillers · No preservatives

How it works

Four pathways. One formula.

Most pain supplements pick one mechanism. Ache Help works on four at once — which is why patients feel a difference where single-ingredient formulas fall short.

  1. Connective tissue

    MSM delivers bioavailable sulfur — the building block for cartilage and tendon repair.

  2. Prostaglandin balance

    Quercetin modulates the prostaglandin pathway responsible for pain and swelling signals.

  3. Inflammatory signaling

    Turmeric down-regulates NF-κB — the master switch for chronic inflammation.

  4. Absorption

    Black Pepper extract makes curcumin up to 2,000% more bioavailable in the bloodstream.

Dr. Daniel Schrock, DC, in his clinic

Dr. Daniel Schrock

Doctor of Chiropractic | Licensed since 1990

A note from Dr. Schrock

After 40 years of watching patients try every NSAID under the sun, this is the formula I built for the pain that doesn't quit.

Chronic pain is rarely a single-cause problem. It's usually systemic inflammation attacking joints, muscles, and connective tissue at the same time. Most supplements pick one pathway. Ache Help addresses four — MSM for connective tissue, Quercetin for prostaglandin balance, Turmeric for NF-κB modulation, and Black Pepper to make sure you actually absorb the curcumin (most don't).

I take this myself. So does my wife. So do most of the patients I've coached for the last decade. That's the bar I formulate to.

How it works

Your first 90 days

Anti-inflammatory mechanisms work by saturating tissue — they aren't symptom-blockers. Here's the honest timeline.

  1. 1 - 7 Days

    Loading phase

    Take consistently. Active ingredients begin saturating tissues. Some patients notice subtle calming of muscle tension.

  2. 30 Days

    First meaningful shift

    Most patients report less morning stiffness, easier movement, and a quieter inflammatory baseline.

  3. 60 Days

    Full effect

    The 4-pathway approach reaches steady state. Joint comfort, recovery, and daily ease should be at their best.

  4. 90+ Days

    Long-term protocol

    Continue daily for sustained support. Pair with topical Pain Relief Oil for stacked relief.

Key ingredients

Every ingredient earns its place

Each component was chosen for a specific mechanism — not for marketing convenience.

  • Citronella Essential Oil

    WHO-recognized natural repellent. Disrupts the olfactory navigation that insects use to find skin. The single most studied non-DEET repellent compound.

    Research notes →
  • Tea Tree Essential Oil

    Secondary insect deterrent with bonus antimicrobial benefit — useful if a tick or biting insect did manage to break the skin before you applied. Helps the body keep the area clean.

    View Pure Tea Tree Oil →
  • Peppermint Essential Oil

    Menthol compounds proven to repel mosquitoes, ticks, and gnats. Also delivers a noticeable cooling sensation that feels good on a hot trail.

    View Pure Peppermint Oil →
  • MCT Oil (carrier)

    Fractionated coconut carrier that improves dermal adhesion. Why this spray lasts 2 to 3 hours instead of 30 minutes like alcohol-based naturals.

    Research notes →
  • 8 fl oz spray bottle
  • DEET-free · child-friendly with proper dilution
  • Citronella + Tea Tree + Peppermint + MCT carrier
  • ~300 sprays per bottle
  • Made in USA · third-party tested
Patient reviews

372 patients. 4.9 stars.

Filter by your condition to see what people like you experienced.

Joint Pain

4.3/5 Trustpilot

Worth every penny — 30 days in and morning stiffness is gone.

I've tried glucosamine, fish oil, prescription anti-inflammatories. Nothing touched the morning stiffness in my hands. 30 days on Ache Help and I can grip a coffee cup at 6am without warming up first. Subscribing.

Margaret S

Age 62 | 38 days using | Mar 14, 2026

Fibromyalgia

4.3/5 Trustpilot

Better than what my doctor prescribed.

I'd been on prescription medication off and on for 11 years. Brain fog and weight gain were unbearable. After 60 days on Ache Help (paired with Pain Blend topically) I'm off both prescriptions with my doctor's blessing. I don't have words for what this means.

James R

58 days using | Feb 28, 2026

Arthritis

4.3/5 Trustpilot

Slower to kick in than I expected, but worth the wait.

Nothing happened the first 3 weeks and I almost returned it. Then around week 5 I noticed my knee wasn't waking me up at night anymore. So — be patient. Wish I'd known.

David K

71 days using | Jan 9, 2026

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Compare

Natural Tick & Insect Repellent vs. the alternatives

Most families pick between two extremes — DEET-based chemical sprays or essential-oil sprays that wear off in 30 minutes. This formula uses an MCT carrier specifically to bridge that gap.

When you compare:

Tick & Insect Repellent

4-oil + MCT carrier

DEET sprays

OFF!, Repel

Other essential oil sprays

Alcohol-based naturals

DEET content

✓ None

15–98%

✓ None

Duration of protection

2–3 hours

4–6 hours

30–60 minutes

Safe for children

✓ Yes (patch test, age 3+)

Caution under 2 mo

Variable

Damages clothing & gear

✓ No

Damages synthetics

✓ No

Effective against ticks

✓ Yes

✓ Yes (Permethrin stronger)

Variable

Always consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing prescription medication.

Stack the protocol

Most patients pair Ache Help with...

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Risk-free

If it doesn't work for you, you don't pay.

Take it for up to 60 days. If you don't feel a difference — or just change your mind — email us. We'll refund you in full. No need to ship the bottle back. No questions, no hoops, no restocking fees.

Dr. Schrock guarantees this personally. If we're not delivering on the promise, we don't deserve your money.

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FAQ

Patients ask us...

Does this actually work against ticks?

Yes, with realistic expectations. Citronella, Tea Tree, and Peppermint all have published research showing tick-deterrent activity. The MCT carrier extends protection to 2 to 3 hours instead of the 30 minutes you get from alcohol-based natural sprays. For backwoods hiking in heavy tick country, I still recommend pairing with Permethrin-treated clothing — the spray on skin, Permethrin on gear.

How often do I reapply?

Every 2 to 3 hours during outdoor activity, sooner if you've been swimming or sweating heavily. Shake the bottle each time — the essential oils separate from the carrier between uses.

Is it safe for kids?

Safe for children age 3 and up at standard dilution. For toddlers under 3, dilute further by spraying onto your own hands first and rubbing onto their exposed skin. Always patch-test on the inside of the forearm before first full use, and keep away from eyes and mouth.

Why does my skin feel cool after applying?

That's the menthol compounds in the Peppermint oil. The cooling is real — it's also part of how the spray deters insects. Most patients find the sensation pleasant, especially on a hot day.

Still deciding?

Try it for 60 days. If it doesn't change something, we'll refund every penny.

No restocking fees. No fine print. No shipping the bottle back. That's how confident we are in 40 years of clinical experience built into this formula.

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