Avoiding Tick Bites

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Summer means insects are out in force, including ticks, which is why it's important to brush up on how to avoid tick bites and protect yourself and your loved ones outdoors. Whether you're hiking, walking the dog, or spending time in the garden, ticks can pose a real risk — especially in the warmer months.

🎥 Watch this important message from the Chair of Lyme Disease Action (LDA) to learn more about how to stay safe and why awareness matters.

We've also pulled together practical prevention tips and our expert-recommended tick protection bundle to help you stay protected this season.

Watch: tick safety tips from LDA
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Active Tick Protection Bundle

A simple three-step approach to staying protected this tick season.

Step 1: Prepare — Use our citronella soap to help avoid attracting insects by reducing strong scents on the skin.
Step 2: Protect — Apply our clinically proven insect repellent for reliable protection against ticks and other biting insects, with a travel-size spray for easy top-ups on the go.
Step 3: Extra protection — Stay fresh with our natural deodorant, helping reduce body odours that can attract insects during the day.

All products are 100% natural and DEET-free. Part of our Simple Step System for effective, layered protection.

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T.I.C.K.

Stay safe from ticks with this easy-to-remember acronym.

Want more information about Lyme Disease, and what to do if you get bitten? Read our blog here.

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Think Ticks

Before you leave the house, remember that you could be travelling to or hiking around tick-prone areas.

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Insect Repellent

Pack incognito's insect repellent and apply it before and during the periods that you could be exposed to ticks.

Our award-winning insect repellent, roll-on and sunblock have been clinically tested to be 100% effective against ticks.

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Cover Up

Cover your bare skin as much as possible, wearing loose clothing and applying insect repellent on any exposed areas of your body.

Check your entire body after you return from your outing, including hidden crevices (like behind the ears). Check your pets as well.

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Keep Checking

Keep checking you and your pets after every outdoor adventure.

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Watch This Video On How to Check For Ticks