As a family that spends a lot of time outdoors—whether it’s weekend park trips, after-school football, or spontaneous evening walks—we’ve had plenty of run-ins with bug bites. And as any parent knows, it’s never just one bite. It quickly turns into scratching, complaints, and at least one child insisting it’s “the worst itch ever.” So we decided to try the Puressentiel Bite & Sting range to see if it could make a difference to our usual summer routine.
First impressions were really positive. The spray is quick and easy to apply, which matters when you’re trying to get everyone out the door. More importantly, it doesn’t have that strong, chemical smell you often get with insect repellents. Instead, it has a light, herbal scent that the kids didn’t object to—which, honestly, is half the battle. We’ve been using it before heading out, especially in the evenings or when we’re near grass or water, and we’ve definitely noticed fewer bites overall.
One feature we’ve found particularly useful is that the spray can be applied to clothing as well as skin. That’s been a game-changer when the kids are too busy running around to stand still. A quick spray over t-shirts and socks and we’re good to go.
The roll-on has also earned its place in our bag. When bites do happen—and let’s be realistic, nothing prevents every single one—it’s really handy for quick relief. It’s easy to apply, not messy, and seems to calm the itching pretty quickly. One of our children reacts quite badly to bites, and we’ve seen a noticeable difference in how much they scratch after using it.
From a parent’s perspective, the natural ingredients are a big plus. During summer, we’re already applying sunscreen regularly, so it’s reassuring to use something that doesn’t clash with that or add another layer of harsh chemicals.
It’s also made us more aware of things like ticks, which we hadn’t really considered much before. Overall, it’s become one of those simple, reliable essentials we just throw in the bag. Not flashy, but genuinely helpful—and that’s exactly what you want on a busy family day out.