Midgie Magic – Herbal Bite Relief with 30+ Years of Plant Wisdom

In the late 1990s, we developed a humble little remedy for midge bites. Back then, it was called Sandfly Salve — a name knew among locals, campers, and backpackers who passed through Broometown and swore by its soothing magic. As our range grew and the feedback poured in, we gave it a new name to match its reputation: Midgie Magic.

Lovingly Hand Crafted by Hidden Valley Broome, this bite balm has been trusted for over 30 years and is still handmade the traditional way — with heart, herbs, and a whole lot of know-how.

🌿 Rooted in Traditional Bush Remedies

Midgie Magic draws on the wisdom of herbal medicine and bush apothecary traditions, blending time-tested plants known for their soothing and skin-healing properties.

Inside each jar you’ll find a little bit of magic:

• Calendula – for skin repair and inflammation

• Plantain – a traditional bush herb that draws and calms

• Lavender & Chamomile – to reduce redness and promote healing

• Aloe Vera – for cooling and comfort

• Kunzea (Tick Bush) – a uniquely Australian oil known for its powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits

These ingredients work in harmony to reduce itchiness, disinfect the bite site, calm the skin, and help the healing process begin — naturally.

🌿 We are Experts in Tropical Insect Survival

This isn’t a new formula. We've been making it for over 30 years. It’s a tried, tested, and much-loved remedy, passed between friends, families and travellers. We’ve seen it help with midges, mozzies, sandflies, grass ticks, and even bee stings. And we’ve heard countless stories of it saving the day on adventures around Australia, on Kimberley cruises and even in Peru!

Apply it as soon as possible after the bite — then reapply frequently over the next few days. The earlier and more often, the better.

🌿 Why People Love Midgie Magic:

• Fast-acting, plant-based relief

• Safe for kids and gentle on sensitive skin

• Non-greasy balm that travels well

• Made in small batches in Broome with care and intention using ethical, sustainable ingredients

• Completely free from harsh chemicals, fillers, or synthetic fragrances

 

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Make sure you download the pamphlet "Biting Midges in Broome" for more information to understand and cope with them. If this link doesn't work, please get in touch with us so we can send you one via email. 

Apply frequently until bites have healed. Can be used in conjunction with Herbal Skin Calm- another useful first aid product for insect bites. A cooling soothing gel for all itchy skin conditions made from infused skin calming herbs such as chickweed, chamomile, nettle, plantain and witch hazel. This gel is useful for any situation when itchiness is driving you mad – eczema, prickly heat, psoriasis, chicken pox, and multiple insect bites.

For full protection from bites, pair Midgie Magic with our all-natural Pestoff Spray – a botanical insect repellent made in Broome.

Want a gentle cleanser for the outdoors? Try our Broome Bug Soap, made with essential oils to calm irritated skin and ward off biting insects. 

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Ingredients: 

 

Kimberley Insect Survival Kit – Natural Tropical Insect Defence Pack

Prepare for tropical adventures with Hidden Valley Broome’s Kimberley Insect Survival Kit — a thoughtfully curated travel pack containing essential, handmade skincare for insect-prone environments. Perfect for camping, trekking, or everyday protection in tropical climates, this kit combines natural ingredients known for their insect-repelling and skin-soothing properties.

What’s in the Kit:

• Broome Bug Soap: A handmade antiseptic, insect-deterring soap — great for camping and soothing irritated skin.

• PestOff Spray (125 ml): A non-DEET, effective spray repellent using neem oil and pure essential oils; reapply every 2–3 hours for best results.

• Midgie Magic (30 ml): A fast-acting herbal cream to soothe and heal bites from midges, mosquitoes, bees, or other insects.

• Packaged in a handy zip bag and includes an informative pamphlet for your travels.

Why It Works

Years of experience in the Kimberley region inform this kit’s design — it’s proven by locals, travellers, and generations alike. Each product targets different aspects of the insect experience: prevention, relief, and healing. All packaged for convenience and with care.

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Pairs Well With

• Rejuvenate Moisturiser — Soothe and replenish skin after insect exposure.

• Sun Over Sea Body Lotion — Combine with sun protection for all-day care in tropical conditions.

• Succulent Woman Body Mousse — Rich hydration to combat post-exposure dryness and environmental stress.

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Contents (Detailed)

• Broome Bug Soap: Olive, coconut, sustainable palm & castor oils with neem and essential oils like citronella, tea tree, niaouli, eucalyptus citriodora, spike lavender, peppermint.

• PestOff Spray: Purified water, local plant extracts, neem oil, essential oils (eucalyptus citriodora, spike lavender, geranium, kunzea, peppermint), plus a safe solubiliser and preservative. 

• Midgie Magic: Purified water, Chamomile & calendula extracts and infused oils, evening primrose, jojoba, rosehip, wheatgerm & carrot oils, witch hazel, beeswax, plantain & chickweed extracts, and calming essential oils like lavender, tick bush, German chamomile, frankincense, rosalina. Minimal preservatives included..

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the Kimberley Insect Survival Kit include?
It contains Broome Bug Soap, PestOff Spray (125 ml), and Midgie Magic (30 ml), all packaged in a handy zip bag with a pamphlet.

2. Is this kit suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes — each product uses gentle, natural ingredients and is handmade with care. However, patch testing is recommended, especially for very reactive skin.

3. How often should I reapply PestOff Spray?
For full protection, apply to exposed skin every 2–3 hours.

4. What types of insect bites does Midgie Magic help with?
Effective against bites from mosquitoes, midges/sandflies, bees, and other common insects.

Healing Cream – Natural Herbal Skin Repair Balm

Healing Cream is your all-purpose natural skin repair cream, crafted to soothe, protect, and restore troubled skin. This powerful herbal first-aid balm helps relieve eczema, rashes, insect bites, cracked skin, burns, stings, and minor wounds, making it an essential everyday remedy for families.

Handmade in small batches in Broome, Western Australia, this cream draws on 30+ years of traditional bush-herbal knowledge and plant-based healing.

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🌿 Why Our Healing Cream Works So Well

• Calendula & St John’s Wort – renowned for promoting skin healing, reducing inflammation, and supporting recovery from wounds and rashes.

• Evening Primrose, Jojoba & Rosehip Oils – deeply nourishing botanical oils that repair dry, cracked, and irritated skin.

• Chamomile & Aloe Vera – soothe itching, calm redness, and bring fast relief to sensitive or inflamed skin.

• Pure Essential Oils – tea tree, lavender, niaouli, frankincense, myrrh, helichrysum, German chamomile & manuka offer natural antibacterial, antiseptic and regenerative benefits.

• Formulated as a rich, ointment-style balm for high performance on damaged or very dry skin.

This unique blend makes Healing Cream ideal for people seeking a natural alternative to chemical-based ointments.

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🌿 How to Use

Apply a small amount of Healing Cream directly to the affected area. Reapply as needed.
Excellent for:

• Eczema & dermatitis

• Rashes, heat rash, chafing

• Dry, cracked heels or hands

• Minor cuts, grazes & abrasions

• Burns, sunburn & scalds

• Insect bites & stings

• Irritated or inflamed skin

For extra nourishment on very dry areas, apply a thicker layer overnight.

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🌿 Why Customers Love Healing Cream

• A truly multi-purpose natural healing balm for the whole family

• Fast relief for eczema, rashes, bites, burns & dryness

• Handmade in Broome, Western Australia using small-batch craftsmanship

• Potent plant extracts + nourishing botanical oils

• Gentle enough for children yet powerful for adults

• No harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances — only pure herbal ingredients

If you prefer natural skincare and herbal remedies, this is a must-have addition to your home first-aid kit.

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Ingredients

Purified water; Calendula & St John’s Wort extracts and infused oils; Evening primrose oil; Jojoba oil; Rosehip oil; Wheatgerm & Carrot oils; Emulsifying wax NF; Beeswax; Vitamin E; Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate; Chamomile extract; Aloe Vera; Glycerine; Essential oils of Lavender, Niaouli, Tea Tree, German Chamomile, Frankincense, Myrrh, Helichrysum & Manuka; Plant-derived preservatives; Potassium sorbate.

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Safety & Precautions

• For external use only

• Contains >3% essential oils — patch test if sensitive

• Safe for children when used sparingly on affected spots

• Discontinue use if irritation occurs

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Shelf Life & Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. As a natural product with essential oils, we recommend using within 12–18 months for maximum freshness.

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🌿 Pair With

• Midgie Magic – for insect bites with swelling and itch

• Herbal Skin Calm – for sunburn, heat rash, or hot irritated skin

• Pestoff Spray – to help prevent bites in the first place

 

❓ Frequently Asked Questions:

What does Healing Cream help with?

Healing Cream is formulated to support eczema, rashes, insect bites, cracked skin, burns, stings, minor wounds, dermatitis, dry hands, and general skin irritation. It’s a multi-purpose herbal first-aid cream suitable for the whole family.

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Is Healing Cream safe for sensitive skin?

Yes — the formula is gentle and plant-based. However, it does contain over 3% essential oils, so we recommend a patch test first, especially for those with very sensitive or reactive skin.

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Can children use Healing Cream?

Yes. Healing Cream is safe for children when applied sparingly to specific areas, such as dry patches, rashes, or bites. Avoid using it over large body areas on very young children. Ali & Smokey's 11 year old son used to have his own little 30ml pot, ideal for scraped knees and other minor accidents.

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Can I use Healing Cream on open wounds?

Yes — Healing Cream is designed for minor cuts, grazes and abrasions. For deeper or more serious wounds, seek medical advice.  It can also be used as a restorative heavy duty hand cream for people who work with their hands (use at night as the cream is heavy, almost like an ointment). For instance, around Broome workers cleaning pearlshell need something effective to use on nicks and scratches and the effects of salt water.

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Is Healing Cream good for eczema?

Many customers use Healing Cream as a natural eczema relief balm. The blend of calendula, chamomile, aloe vera and nourishing oils can help soothe dryness, redness, itching and irritation.

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Does Healing Cream contain any harsh chemicals?

No. The formula is free from synthetic fragrances, parabens and harsh preservatives. It’s made with herbal extracts, botanical oils, beeswax and plant-based preservatives.

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How often should I apply it?

Use as often as needed. For very dry or cracked skin, many people apply a generous layer at night so it can work while you sleep.

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Is Healing Cream suitable for the face?

Yes — it can be used on the face for eczema patches, dry skin, bites or irritation, but avoid the eye area and perform a patch test first.

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Can I use Healing Cream with other skin products?

Yes — it can be layered with other gentle skincare products. For irritated or compromised skin, let Healing Cream absorb fully before applying anything else.

Herbal Skin Calm – Cooling Gel for Inflamed & Irritated Skin

Calm and soothe inflamed skin with Hidden Valley Broome’s Herbal Skin Calm—an ultra-gentle, oil-free gel chock full with herbal extracts to ease itching and restore comfort. Perfect as a natural substitute for calamine lotion, it’s especially beneficial for sensitive skin affected by insect bites, eczema, sunburn, prickly heat, psoriasis, chickenpox, or general irritation.

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Key Ingredients

• Hydrosols: Lavender and WA sandalwood for cooling and soothing relief.

• Herbal extracts: Witch hazel, plantain, chickweed, chamomile, nettle, calendula, and aloe vera.

• Essential oils: Chamomile, helichrysum, and Tasmanian lavender.

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Pairs Well With

• Midgie Magic Cream — ideal to use after this gel if insect bites become bothersome
  

• Kindness After Sun Lotion — offers additional hydration and soothing after sun or heat exposure

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Ingredients 

Pure hydrosols of lavender and WA sandalwood, extracts of witch hazel, plantain, chickweed, chamomile, nettle and calendula, aloe vera, glycerine, xanthan gum, pure essential oils of chamomile, helichrysum and lavender (Tas), fragrance (natural plant derived preservative), potassium sorbate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What skin issues can this gel help with?
It soothes itchy, inflamed skin—from insect bites and eczema to prickly heat, sunburn, psoriasis, or even chickenpox—without harsh oils.

Can it replace calamine lotion?
Yes—it offers natural soothing benefits and is a modern, oil-free alternative.

Will it feel cool on skin?
Absolutely. The hydrosols and aloe give a gentle, refreshing sensation on contact.

Is it safe for children?
Yes, it’s formulated with natural ingredients and is often used for chickenpox, though patch testing is always wise.

A topical herbal cream designed to help ease muscular, arthritic, joint and connective tissue pain and injury, such as tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, bruises, sprains, pulled muscles. Contains lots of arnica, with comfrey and hypericum (St John's Wort) as infused oils and/or herbal extracts, as well as anti-inflammatory essential oils. 

Best not to use if you are pregnant, and do not use on broken skin. We have had wonderful feedback on this cream and the equivalent lotion.

Apply frequently and lovingly, at least twice daily.

Contains: purified water, arnica, hypericum & comfrey infused oils, comfrey & hypericum extracts, beeswax & emulsifying wax NF, witch hazel, glycerine, vitamin E, maize starch thickener, pure essential oils of kunzea, sweet marjoram, fragonia, lemongrass, ginger, juniper, peppermint & wintergreen, natural almond and vanilla derived preservative. 

 

Heel Balm – A Blessing for Cracked, Sore Heels and Dry Feet

We brought back Heel Balm following popular demand! This herbal foot balm is a natural remedy for dry, cracked heels and tired, sore feet. Loved by locals, travelers, and foot-care enthusiasts alike, Heel Balm combines plant-based wisdom with skin-loving ingredients to soothe, repair, and deeply nourish.

Lovingly Hand Crafted by Hidden Valley Broome, this foot balm has been trusted for years and is still handmade the traditional way — with heart, herbs, and a whole lot of know-how.

🌿 Natural Foot Care Balm for Cracked Heels
Heel Balm draws on the wisdom of herbal and plant-based remedies, blending time-tested ingredients known for their soothing, healing, and moisturizing properties.

Inside each jar you’ll find a little bit of magic:

• Calendula – helps repair and calm damaged skin

• Avocado & Wheatgerm Oils – deeply nourishing and restorative

• Shea Butter – provides rich, long-lasting hydration

• Lavender & Myrrh Essential Oils – anti-fungal, soothing, and protective

• Beeswax & Ewax NF – form a protective barrier to lock in moisture

These ingredients work together to soften cracked heels, relieve soreness, protect against dryness, and support natural skin repair.

🌿 Expert Natural Foot Balm for Dry, Cracked Feet
Heel Balm isn’t a new formula; it’s a tried, tested, and much-loved remedy passed between friends, families, and travelers. Perfect for dry, cracked heels, rough feet, or after long days of walking, Heel Balm keeps your feet soft, healthy, and cared for.

Apply as often as needed — the earlier and more frequent, the faster your skin recovers.

🌿 Why People Love Heel Balm:

• Deeply moisturizing, plant-based relief for cracked, dry heels and tired feet

• Safe for all ages and gentle on sensitive skin

• Non-greasy, quick-absorbing, and travel-friendly

• Made in small batches in Broome with care and intention using ethical, sustainable ingredients

• Completely free from parabens, harsh chemicals, and synthetic fragrances

For best results, apply daily and wear socks overnight for intensive repair. Can be used alongside Herbal Skin Calm or Healing Cream for extra skin support and hydration.

Ingredients:

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Purified water, calendula, avocado and wheatgerm oils, shea butter, beeswax and Ewax NF, glycerine, pure lavender and myrrh essential oils, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, and sorbic acid (paraben-free preservative).

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Heel Balm safe for children?
Yes – it’s safe for use on children. Always do a patch test first if your child has sensitive skin. A little goes a long way.

Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes, Heel Balm is made with gentle, natural ingredients. If unsure, consult your healthcare provider.

Does it help with other skin issues?
Absolutely! Heel Balm can help dry, rough, or cracked skin on feet, elbows, or any area needing extra care.

Can I use it on broken skin?
Heel Balm is best on dry, cracked skin. For open wounds or heavily damaged skin, we recommend using our Healing Cream. Stop and rinse if any irritation occurs.

How long does the relief last?
Most people feel relief immediately. Apply frequently for several days until skin feels soft, smooth, and healed.

Is it greasy or sticky?
No, it absorbs quickly and leaves your skin soft without any greasy residue. A little goes a long way.