How to Stay Protected During Wimbledon

Wimbledon season is here, that time of year where strawberries are everywhere, Pimm's is flowing, and tennis fever takes over the nation. But while the world’s top players battle it out on Centre Court, there’s another nuisance lurking on the sidelines: insects.

From mosquitoes to midges, bugs love a British summer just as much as we do. With warm temperatures, long days, and outdoor events, July is prime time for biting insects. Whether you’re watching from Murray Mound or hosting a garden screening at home, bites can easily put a sting in your day.

Here’s how to serve up some solid protection (and avoid getting bitten):

1. Don’t Skip the Repellent

Insects aren’t just a nuisance, with rising cases of insect-borne diseases like Lyme disease and increasing tick populations in the UK, it’s more important than ever to apply repellent. Our best-selling incognito® Insect Repellent Spray is clinically proven to provide 100% protection for 4 hours against mosquitoes, ticks and midges. It’s also 100% natural and DEET-free, so you can stay protected, sustainably.

2. Choose Clothing Wisely

Light, loose clothing is not only a tennis classic, but also smart insect prevention. Mosquitoes are more attracted to dark colours and bare skin, so try to cover up legs and ankles if you’re out for the day.

3. Protect the Whole Family

Wimbledon is a family affair, and kids are often prime targets for insect bites. Our Kids Insect Repellent Spray is gentle on young skin and just as effective.

4. Go Hands-Free

Heading to the grounds or a picnic in the park? Our Insect Repellent Bracelets and Mini versions of our Spray and Lotion are perfect for keeping protection on-hand (or on-wrist) without weighing down your bag.

5. Bugs Off, Not You

Keep a Zap-Ease in your bag for fast relief if you do get bitten, it reduces swelling and the urge to itch, fast.