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Worried about ticks?
Essential oils can help!
Discover which oils work best for keeping ticks away. Simple, natural, and easy to use.
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Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender essential oil is a gentle but effective tick repellent with an added bonus of a pleasant scent.
To use, mix a few drops with water in a spray bottle and apply it to your skin, clothes, and even your pets’ fur.
Reapply every few hours, especially if you’re in a tick-prone area.
The calming aroma is also a delightful bonus!
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus essential oil is known for its robust insect-repelling properties, making it excellent for tick prevention.
Create a spray by diluting a few drops with water and apply it to your clothing, skin, and pet fur before heading outdoors.
You’ll want to reapply every few hours.
It keeps ticks at bay and doubles as a refreshing scent.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree essential oil is a powerful tick repellent thanks to its strong smell and antiseptic properties.
Make a spray solution by adding a few drops to water and spritz it on exposed skin and clothing before outdoor activities.
Reapply every few hours for continuous protection.
Ensure you use it sparingly on pets as it can be strong for them.
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil can help deter ticks with its potent aroma.
Combine a few drops with water in a spray bottle and apply it to your clothing and skin, and lightly on your pets’ fur.
Reapply every few hours while outside.
The minty scent is refreshing and keeps unwanted pests away.
Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is highly effective in repelling ticks and other insects.
Create a spray by mixing it with water and apply it to your skin, clothes, and pets before going outdoors.
Reapply every few hours for continuous protection.
The floral scent is an added plus that makes using it even more enjoyable.
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil can be a great natural tick repellent.
Mix a few drops with water in a spray bottle and liberally apply it to your clothing, skin, and pet fur before spending time outside.
Make sure to reapply every few hours, especially if active.
The citrus scent is invigorating and serves as an excellent deterrent for ticks.
Rosemary Essential Oil
