Smidge Insect Repellent Cream (75ml)

I bought the Smidge Insect Repellent Spray for a trip to Scotland, knowing I’d be facing swarms of midges. It’s a compact bottle with a spray top, making it easy to apply, and the liquid consistency spreads smoothly over skin. The formula contains 20% Picaridin, which is recommended by health authorities and is known to be DEET-free, water- and sweat-resistant, and safe for use on children over 2 years old. In terms of performance, it did a good job repelling midges, especially when I applied a thick, even layer to exposed skin. Despite sitting in literal clouds of midges, I only got a few bites on areas I’d covered. However, the claim of “up to 8 hours of protection” didn’t hold up in my experience and I found I needed to reapply after a few hours. Given the small bottle size and the need for generous application, it can run out quickly if you’re relying on it alone. I’d recommend pairing it with a midge net for your face, which I used and found very effective. The spray is pleasantly scented, non-greasy, and didn’t irritate my skin.

Brilliant repellent. Great for sensitive skin. Really works. Low perfume.

Reliable Midgie Defence – A Must-Have for the Scottish Outdoors I bought the Smidge Insect Repellent Cream ahead of a recent trip to the Highlands, and I’m so glad I did. With Scotland’s notorious midgie population, I needed something that really worked, and Smidge absolutely delivered. The cream goes on smoothly without feeling greasy, and the scent is surprisingly pleasant – not overpowering or chemical-heavy like some other repellents. What really impressed me was its staying power. I was outdoors for hours, walking through wooded and lochside areas where midges were swarming, and I came away bite-free. It held up well even when I started to sweat or got caught in a drizzle, which makes it ideal for hiking and camping. The fact it also protects against ticks, mosquitoes, and horse flies is a real bonus. It’s safe for the whole family (over 30 months), which gives peace of mind, especially if you're travelling with kids. I now keep a tube in my rucksack during spring and summer. Whether you're out walking, gardening, or just enjoying a summer BBQ, this is a brilliant product for anyone living in or visiting midgie country.

I am constantly bitten by midges and horseflies. This does a great job and no nasty chemicals.

100% effective against all mosquitoes and midges. I absolutely highly recommend this product after using it every day in the Highlands of Scotland whilst overseeing the construction of windfarms in remote areas. Hats with face covering veils were used, alongside other insect repellents against the clouds of midges and mosquitoes without success. It was only when the local inhabitants recommended this product that we tried its effectiveness. The local villagers were not wrong! It surpasses anything we have tried before and is seemingly free from any adverse chemical that may affect the skin whilst easy to apply with a pleasant subtle fragrance once applied. I will admit, it works faultlessly for 8 hours but does need a second application after a full 8-9 hours of full protection

Essential bit of kit for berry picking season, but not sure if it keeps horseflies away as well as it repels midgies, more testing required!

Weirdly a woman behind me in our supermarket queue recommended this when she overheard me talking about my upcoming holiday in Greece & as I was complaining about the mossies. She said she never holidays without it & has used it all over Europe.. Then the cashier joined the conversation and also said she swore by SMIDGE - for the Scottish Highlands (where the midge is infamous).. SO - I bought it.. Definitely did the job - only 7 bites this holiday - normally 20-30 even though I use various mossie things (including jungle formula spray & veet wipes). Smells fine and quite rich, so works as a moisturiser rather than using aftersun...

Wore this religiously when on holiday in Mallorca. Got eaten alive by mozzies, ended up with over 20 painful bites, around half of which I had big allergic reactions to. Tried this because it seemed high quality but will be switching back to trusty Jungle Formula