The Power of Picaridin
For years, DEET was the standard for heavy-duty insect repellents. However, DEET is known to have a harsh chemical smell, can irritate sensitive skin, and notoriously melts plastic outdoor gear (like sunglasses and watch straps).
Smidge uses Picaridin, a modern, highly researched active ingredient recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO). It works by safely blocking the olfactory receptors of biting insects, essentially making you "invisible" to them, without any of the drawbacks associated with DEET.
Key Benefits of the Smidge Range
- Family-Friendly: Safe for use by pregnant women and children from the age of 2 years upwards.
- Long-Lasting: Provides up to 8 hours of robust protection from a single application.
- Gear-Safe: Will not melt, stain, or damage your plastic outdoor equipment, synthetic clothing, or smartwatch.
- Moisturising: Leaves a pleasant, lightweight lotion feel on the skin rather than a sticky residue.
- Broad Spectrum: Highly effective against Scottish and Irish midges, ticks, mosquitoes (including disease-carrying varieties), and sand flies.
Inish Pharmacy Expert Tip
"Tick-borne illnesses, such as Lyme disease, are becoming increasingly common across Ireland during the warmer months. Smidge is fantastic for repelling ticks, but we always recommend carrying a Smidge Quick Untick Tool in your first aid kit just in case. If you do spot a tick, never try to burn it off or smother it in Vaseline, as this causes the tick to regurgitate into the bloodstream. Use the dedicated tool to safely lift and slide it out intact!"
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