Like the world’s most effective insect repellent, DEET (Diethyl-meta-toluamide), Permanone trickled down from the military. Soldiers who fight in jungles need a long lasting protection against bugs.

It’s tick season—here’s what you need to know when it comes to checking and protecting your outdoor space.

Eucalyptus lemon oil is also a recommended repellent. A product that can be used on clothing but not on skin is permethrin (brand names Permanone, Duranon). If you spend a lot of time in tall grass or ...

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 ...