What it the best method to protect from midges in Scotland?
I will be visiting Scotland next month, and I have been told over and over again to be particularly watchful for midges. They're annoying and they bite a lot!
Can anyone recommend any good repellents or other methods/remedies to avoid being attacked by those annoying bugs?
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We have this question over on the Outdoors Stack Exchange: https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/questions/132/what-can-i-do-about-those-obnoxious-biting-flies/143
Avon Skin So Soft is still the product I take with me any time I am up the west coast.
I also tend to wear a midge net on my hat. Better more prevention than less:)
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I know this is an old question but is still a valid issue that needs addressing every summer when visiting Scotland.
Smidge is an insect repellent that protects against the particular Scottish strand of midge. Smidge also have a very handy midge weather forecast for Scotland so you plan your trip accordingly.
NB. I have no affiliation to Smidge. I have used it on various trips successfully repelling midges.
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