What Natural Tick

1. Diatomaceous Earth:

- Fine powder made from fossilized algae

- Dehydrates and kills ticks on contact by destroying their exoskeleton.

It's safe for pets and can be used around the yard.

2. Neem Oil:

- Extracted from neem tree seeds

- Repellent and growth inhibitor for ticks

Use diluted neem oil spray around the property and on pets for protection.

3. Peppermint Oil:

- Natural insect repellent

- Apply a diluted solution around potential tick habitats like tall grasses and wooded areas.

4. Garlic:

- Strong odor and taste deter ticks

- Crushed garlic cloves can be placed in areas where ticks are common or added to pet's water.

5. Citrus Oils:

- Repel ticks with their strong aroma

- Orange, lemon, and grapefruit essential oils can be diluted and sprayed.

6. Cinnamon:

- Another deterrent due to its pungent smell

- Sprinkle ground cinnamon around the perimeter of your property.

7. Apple Cider Vinegar:

- Disliked by ticks due to its acidic nature

- Spray a mixture of equal parts apple cider vinegar and water around tick-prone areas.

8. Pennyroyal:

- Strong minty aroma deters ticks

- Pennyroyal essential oil diluted with water can be applied to skin and clothing.

9. Rose Geranium Oil:

- Repellent properties

- Diluted oil can be applied to the skin or diffused indoors.

10. Lavender Oil:

- Pleasant to humans, unpleasant to ticks

- Spritz a mixture of lavender oil and water around the yard and on clothing.

11. Tea Tree Oil:

- Anti-parasitic and repellent

- Apply diluted tea tree oil to skin and clothing for protection.

12. Lemongrass Oil:

- Refreshing scent that repels ticks

- Use a diluted solution as a spray or diffuser.