Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus All the experts I spoke to agreed that it’s safest to stick with EPA-approved skin-applied tick repellent products, as they are proven effective and safe when used as directed.

The spring and summer are prime time for ticks and mosquitoes, but there’s work to be done to prevent insects year-round. ...

Nearly 18 years ago, McCoy launched Apex-based Penny Portrait, which sells kits to help you craft a portrait of Abe Lincoln - ...

If you prefer a natural approach, there are several natural tick repellents that can be effective. Essential oils like cedarwood, lavender, and eucalyptus are known to repel ticks. You can create a ...

It turns out that donkeys are exceptionally good at repelling deer ticks. Now, researchers at the University of Massachusetts ...

Your socks are critical to your outdoor wardrobe—these are your first line of defense against ticks. If you are hiking, ...

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst say a naturally occurring compound secreted by the skin of donkeys can effectively repel the most common human-biting tick. In fact, they assert ...

Recommendations: wash the area with soap and water, and apply cold presses and topical antihistamines in case of intense itching. Symptoms: immediate pain, slight swelling, intense stinging. Bees ...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If I could, I ...