Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Effective as Tick-Repellent Fabric Spray, Study Shows

A close-up image of a dark brown tick with a lighter tan area on its back, highlighting detailed features of its body and legs against a plain gray background.

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A new study shows that a spray repellent made from lemon eucalyptus oil strongly repels blacklegged ticks and American dog ticks when applied to common clothing fabrics, performing as well as DEET and remaining effective for several days. [Read more]

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