I've spent close to 40 years working in the tick's enviornment as a Forester. Most effective thing I used was Permanone, a product which contains permethrin. The label clearly states not to get the product on your skin. Put it on your clothes.
Tick-borne diseases can really disable or kill a person. Best defense is to use a good insect repellant according to the label and get inspected at the end of the day for any wandering ticks. Promptly remove any attached ticks, being careful to not leave the head attached. Ticks can really mess up a person. I am more concerned about ticks than I am snakes.
It is important to get prompt medical attention if you suspect lyme or any other tick-borne disease. I know of several people whose lives have been ruined by a tick.
Paul
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