Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Effective as Tick-Repellent Fabric Spray, Study Shows
A new study shows that a spray repellent made from lemon eucalyptus oil strongly repels blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis)and American dog ticks (Dermacentor variabilis, show here) when applied to common clothing fabrics, performing as well as DEET and remaining effective for several days. (Photo by Gary Alpert, Harvard University, Bugwood.org) By John P. Roche, Ph.D. … Read more