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100% Australian Botanicals

  NATURAL INDOOR MOTH DETERRENT  


Do you have indoor insect pests, clothes moths, ruining your clothes, textiles?
Are clothes moths nibbling and defecating on your paper records?
Are wardrobe moths wrecking your feathers and furs?
Are carpet moths ruining your carpet?
Are pantry moths lurking in your pantry?


WHY ARE THEY THERE?

Carpet / Wardrobe / Closet / Clothes Moths are in the family Tineidae.
Prefer dark, warm, humid, rarely disturbed areas where they can lay their eggs. Their larvae eat animal-based fiber containing keratin fibres or animal-based glues.

 Pantry Moths are in the moth family Pyralidae.
They love dark, quiet spots where there are plenty of plant-based items like grains or cereals for their larvae to eat.


HOW WE CAN HELP?

Wardrobe Scents is a natural anti-moth deterrent 
 100% Australian aromatic 100% botanical solution
Made in Melbourne, Australia

NO plastic, fillers, waxes, added essences or preservatives.
NO Naphthalene, Para- dichlorobenzene, Nicotine, Pyrethrum
NO Rotenine, Bifenthrin and Fluorinated Chemicals.

USED by Australian museums, galleries and heritage collections, including the Australian Defence Department, National Wool Museum (Geelong) 
 and
Australian and NZ Archive and Museum Supplier
https://www.archivalsurvival.com.au/products/pestrepel

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  • Boroondara, Victoria, Australia

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F.A.Q.

Wardrobe Scents100% Natural Australian Eco-Botanical Insect Pest Deterrent

How to use Wardrobe Scents natural eco-insect pest deterrent sachets?

 Easy to use in indoor dry storage areas.

1. Hang or place a sachet on each shelf or drawer, coat pocket or indoor storage box.
2. Leave the sachets' paper label attached.
2. Gently squeeze each sachet, every month or so, to refresh the natural aromatic and pest deterrent scent.
3. Indoors in dark, dry areas a sachet may hold its' effective scent for several years

It's good to know insect sense of smell is much "better' than ours.

Handy Tip: Help prevent clothes and carpet moth infestations by keeping indoor storage areas free of excess hair, dust and pet dander.

What's in each Wardrobe Scents natural eco-pest deterrent sachet?

ONLY Australian grown, ethically sourced botanicals.

NO Plastics, fillers, added essences, preservatives or waxes

N0 Rotenone, Nicotenne or PFASs [perfluoroalkyl and poly-fluoroalkyl substances]

NO Naphthalene or Para-dichlorobenzene

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How do Wardrobe Scents' natural eco-pest deterrent sachets contribute to a more sustainable economy?

OUR ETHOS RESONATES with ECO-FRIENDLY CONSUMERS who value:

  • Quality and traceability
  • 100% Eco-friendly, plastic-free, compostable packaging
  • NO NAPTHALENE, PFASs, PLASTIC WASTE,m REDUCES LANDFILL
  • 100% Australian family-owned solar-powered business.

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WHY WE DON'T USE:
PFASs: https://www.scientificamerican.com/https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/pesticides-are-spreading-toxic-lsquo-forever-chemicals-rsquo-scientists-warn

MOTHBALLS: the toxic active ingredients, naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene:
http://npic.orst.edu/ingred/ptype/mothball/health.html

PLASTIC: the direct and Indirect environmental effects of plastic waste:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9602440/






What is IPM (Integrated Pest Management)?

Integrated Pest Management (IPM):

Significantly reduces the need to use chemicals while providing the same, if not better, level of protection for collections.

A sustainable approach to managing pests by combining biological, cultural, physical and chemical tools in a way that minimises economic, health and environmental risks.


DISCOVER MORE:
 National Archives of Australia
 https://www.naa.gov.au/information-management/storing-and-preserving-information/preserving-information/integrated-pest-management [Sited 15 Feb 2025]

Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Material https://aiccm.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Heritage-Collections-Council-Guidelines-for-Australian-Museums.pdf.  [Sited 15 Feb 2025]


How does the Wardrobe Scents Team help support a greener economy?

Wardrobe Scents' use:
PLASTIC-FREE PACKAGING
NAPTHALENE FREE INGREDIENTS
DROUGHT TOLERANT BOTANICALS
POLLINATOR FRIENDLY BOTANICALS
ALL AUSTRALIAN ETHICALLY SOURCED  BOTANICALS

Wardrobe Scents' support:
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
REUSE and REDUCE LANDFILL
SOLAR POWER  
GREENER STORAGE
GREENER MUSEUMS

Wardrobe Scents' is:
AUSTRALIAN MADE
MADE IN MELBOURNE

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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners and original custodians of the land the herb-house is located on and respect their Elders past and present.

What are the benefits of museum quality storage pest management?

Our effective evidence-based, sustainable IPM (Integrated Pest Management) product naturally helps to reduce unnecessary landfills and the use of toxic chemicals and supporting Greener Museums:

Used by;
Air Force History & Heritage Branch
Association of Eastern Historical Societies, Victoria
Australian Army Museum of Military Engineering, NSW
Defence Dept Archives
Flagstaff Village Museum, Warrnambool, VIC
Jeparit & District Historical Society, VIC
Law Society of Western Australia, WA
Loreto College
Museum of Nursing History, Brisbane, QLD
Museum of the Riverina, Wagga Wagga, NSW
National War Memorial, ACT
National Wool Museum, Geelong, Vic.
Trinity Grammar, NSW

Discover more:  https://www.museumnext.com/article/10-ways-museums-can-be-more-sustainable/ [Sited 15 Feb 2025]

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Stockists

Allidocious,100 Maling Rd
CANTERBURY, VIC

Archival Survival: providers of  preservation and provision of archival materials to Museums, Galleries, Libraries and Archives across Australia
https://www.archivalsurvival.com.au/
 
Boccaccio Supa IGA 
1030-1050 Burke Rd,
BALWYN, VIC
 https://www.boccaccio.com.au/

Gentle Threads
66b Mountjoy Parade, 
LORNE ,VIC
https://gentlethreads.net.au/

Grosvenor Dry Cleaner
128 Cotham Road, 
KEW, VIC
https://www.grosvenordrycleaners.com.au/

Poloman Specialty Mens Wear
 715 Glenferrie Rd, 
HAWTHORN, VIC 
https://poloman.com.au/

StyleColab Preloved
768-770 Glenferrie Road
HAWTHORN, VIC 
https://stylecolabpreloved.com.au/

Through the Seasons 
193 Through Road, 
CAMBERWELL, VIC 
https://throughtheseasons.com.au/


Research
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Lavender: Research in the Journal of Pest Management Science demonstrated Lavender's effectiveness in helping repel indoor insect pests and help guarding against against clothes moth damage.

Wormwood and Rosemary: The Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis and the Journal of Insect Science confirm Wormwood and Rosemary are effective botanicals to help protect paper, clothes and foodstuffs against indoor moth damage.

Bay Leaves and Camphor: The Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry and Journal of Molecular Science record Bay and Camphor as effective natural pest deterrents to help repel indoor insects and moths.

Eucalyptus Leaves and Pelargonium: The Journal of Forestry and Ecological Management Products lists Eucalyptus as an effective natural insect and moth repellent. The Journal of Economic Entomology and American Botanical Council report on the positive effectiveness of Pelargonium spp. to help repel indoor-insect moths.


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Wardrobe Scents Natural Australian Botanical Insect Pest Deterrent: Sustainable and Green

We are a sustainable Australian brand pro-actively supporting UNESCO's Green Citizen initiative and the Victorian Government's transition to a circular, climate-resilient economy. Our botanicals are: 1. Drought-tolerant and/or 2. Pollinator-friendly 3. Hand-harvested 4. Air-dried 5. Packed in biodegradable compostable materials. 6. Produced and packed by solar energy. 7. [Waste is] Recycled back into our herb farm. "Wardrobe Scents' resonates with quality-conscious, eco-friendly consumers".

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Wardrobe Scents Natural Australian Botanical Insect Pest Deterrent: Prioritising a Circular Economy.

Wardrobe Scents' provides a natural,compostable insect-pest deterrent to support a circular economy. Our system of production and consumption involves sharing, reusing and recycling existing materials and products. We proactively work to reduce waste to a minimum by extending the life cycle of our products and "your stuff". "Our brand connects with people who care about quality and the environment"

Wardrobe Scents Australian Botanical Pest Deterrent: Safeguarding Australia's Biodiversity and Economy.

Invasive pest insects can threaten Australia's ecosystem through botanical and livestock imports. Wardrobe Scents' simple, effective, eco-friendly indoor insect-pest deterrent actively helps guard and protect clothes, foodstuffs and papers from pest-damage. "Customers love our eco-friendly, high-quality sweet smelling products".

Wardrobe Scents Natural Australian Botanical Insect Pest Deterrent: Call to Action

Our brand resonates with quality and eco-conscious consumers. We support a national call to action to help protect against environmental threats from climate change, land-use change, habitat degradation, and invasive species. "Urgent action, led by the government, with community awareness and informed choices, is vital to safeguard our natural resources for future generations." [https://soe.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/2022-07/soe2021-overview.pdf. Sited 15 Feb 2025] SCROLL DOWN TO: MEET OUR TEAM READ TESTIMONIALS FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS https://www.instagram.com/wardrobescents/

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Wardrobe Scents Effective Natural Clothes Moth Protection

Wardrobe Scents 100% natural botanical solutions effectively defend against Tineola bisselliella moths, the common clothes moth, pantry moth and other insect pests. Whether it's organic fibres, fine silks, feathers, or urine and food-stained synthetics, leathers, grains, papers, books and manuscripts, WardrobeScents sachets deter these insect pests.

Team

Jane Dyer

Founder

Jane D's decades of professional expertise and passion for education, heritage and environment are reflected in Wardrobe Scents. Launched in 2023, this business incorporates skills Jane developed as a co-founder of a successful urban Melbourne apiary, backyardhoney.com.au This business continues to thrive and service the Victorian community, local councils, P - 12 education and hospitality sectors Melbourne and Monash Universities, Victorian Parliament, Coles Local, Attica and Grand Hyatt Hotels.

Jane Badger

Horticulture Mentor

Jane B's professional expertise in education, horticulture and wool textile crafts help guide the Wardrobe Scents story. We can happily say, "Most of our botanicals are grown, harvested and sourced by the team from within our gardens or 5 km of our homes" We are grateful for the support of our local and wider communities, councils, businesses, home-gardeners and arborists

Peter Dyer

Business Partner

Pete's dedication to the circular economy, community engagement, and environmental education inspires Wardrobe Scents. As Jane's co-founder of Backyard Honey Pty Ltd, Pete's business skills, management and entrepreneurial experience 100% align with Wardrobe Scents ethos: prioritising quality and eco-friendliness. His passion, expertise and willingness to share his workspace, home, garden and tools are added bonus

Anne Kok

Curator

An active advocate for community and environmental stewardship, Anne has worked in the manufacturing and couturier industries for over 30 years. Each hand-crafted Wardrobe Scents' sachet reflects Anne's commitment to quality. We love that Anne chose to join our team.

Testimonials

 ....botanical insecticides containing mixtures of chemical compounds can affect both behavioral and physiological processes. Thus, the chance of pests developing resistance to such substances is very low. It seems that seeking bio-insecticides which are efficient, as well as being suitable and adaptive to ecological conditions, is essential in obtaining sufficient insect control 

NIH (National Library of Medicine) National Centre for Biotechnologgy Information

 The larvae of clothes moths (Tineola bisselliella) attack garments, carpets, furs, blankets, upholstery, piano felts, brush bristles, and a number of other related items. Fabrics stained by foods, perspiration, or urine are most subject to damage. Synthetics or fabrics such as cotton are fed on if they are blended with wool 

https://www.planetnatural.com/pest-problem-solver/household-pests/clothes-moth-control/: Planet Natural

 The allures of city life have culminated in the rise of urban populations resulting in conditions that promote the establishment of certain insect pests. Globally, the public health significance of these urban insect pests is enormous, ranging from billions of dollars to loss of lives. Most chemical insecticides no longer provide the anticipated level of control, and significant insecticide resistance has been reported. 

Journal of Economic Entomology, Volume 115, Issue 5, October 2022, Pages 1375–1408, https://doi.org/10.1093/jee/toac083: Visualiser of Interiors - Copy