SMIDGE
- Midge Repellent Spray &
Midge-Proof Head Net
You've
probably tried the rest but Smidge is definitely the best
(Read below for the
science and the proof)
Smidge Midge
Repellent Spray comes in a practical, robust and lightweight
75ml aluminium pump spray. Thanks to its novel, water and sweat
resisting formula it provides powerful, immediate protection for up to 8
hours without re-application Key features include: Powerful, water- and sweat-resistant
protection for up to 8 hours Protects against insects around world - as
well as the infamous Scottish biting midge, it gives excellent
protection against mosquitoes, horse flies, ticks and other biting pests DEET-free: contains 20% Picaridn (also known
as Saltidin), recommended by WHO Safe for adults, pregnant women and
especially good for use with young children (from 2 years) Non-sticky, moisturising milk formulation
with a pleasant fragrance Alcohol-free Developed and tested in Scotland under the
harshest of conditions
Smidge
stops midges biting you in two ways 1) It stops midges finding you.The active
ingredient in Smidge has been molecularly designed to
effectively block the antennal receptors of biting insects. Basically,
it throws them off your scent
2) It stops you
tasting so good. As you Smidge up, you’ll notice a
pleasant fragrance and appealing moisturising qualities, however to
landing midges or mosquitoes you’ll taste like planet putrid
Smidge Midge-proof Head Net is a lightweight head
net with a super-fine mesh to keep the smallest of biting insects out.
For anyone with a head for adventure, it's an essential bit of kit
Its fine, soft mesh ensures excellent visibility, yet keeps even the
most persisent of midges out of your hair, as well as mosquitoes and
other biting pests
The Smidge Midge-proof Head Net comes in a lightweight,
compact 100% breathable, polyester, storage bag small enough to carry in
your pocket or bag
One size fits all
We
recommend you carry both Smidge products, for occasions
where wearing the head net is sufficient for head protection and the
spray can be applied to other exposed areas
The Proof - Scientifically field-tested Smidge
has been scientifically field-tested on the soft, fleshy parts of brave souls in
the harshest regions of Scotland. Thanks to those fearless men and women, you
can rely on Smidge to keep the beasties at bay during your next
adventure
Effective, Safe Protection Smidge
has a tough, yet family-friendly formula containing 20% Picaridin (Saltidin®),
an active ingredient giving you instant protection for up to 8 hours. Yet unlike
DEET, Smidge is non-corrosive, and won’t melt your watch or
your boots. As you can see from the chart below it works across a broad spectrum
of biting pests, including mosquitoes (vectors for Zika Virus and Malaria) and
ticks (vectors for Lyme disease)
In fact, the World Health Organisation have concluded that the active ingredient
in Smidge (20% Picaridin (Saltidin®)) demonstrated excellent
repellent properties comparable and often superior to those of DEET (WHO, 2000)
and recommended its use for travellers against mosquitoes and other disease
carrying insects (WHO, 2012.) Arm yourself with Smidge and win
the fight against those biters. Repellent Efficacy of 20% Saltidin
8 hour PROTECTION The arms speak for themselves after a
night exposed to Scottish biting midges. Showing one arm with Smidge
protection and one arm without
How Smidge works
WATER and SWEAT resistant Smidge has a unique patented formula
making it Europe’s only water resistant insect repellent. Just remember to
re-apply Smidge every 8 hours, or more often following
swimming, intense exercise or exposure to very wet or humid conditions
SAFE for all the family from 2+ years Smidge
is safe for use on adults and children over 24 months. It is non-sticky, and
moisturising too with a pleasant fragrance because it has also been tested to
rigorous cosmetic standards. So not only will you dodge the midges, you’ll smell
good on your next camping holiday to boot!
Also works on
MOSQUITOES Smidge is scientifically proven to be
effective against mosquitoes, biting midges, horse flies, sand flies and ticks
