Fresh Tips from the Outdoor Itch Experts

Woman using Tecnu Detox Wipe to remove poison ivy oil

Why a Poison Ivy Wash Is The First Line of Defense

When dealing with poison ivy, oak, or sumac, quick action is the key to avoiding the itchy, uncomfortable rash they cause. Unfortunately, many people wait until it's too late to...

Why a Poison Ivy Wash Is The First Line of Defense

When dealing with poison ivy, oak, or sumac, quick action is the key to avoiding the itchy, uncomfortable rash they cause. Unfortunately, many people wait until it's too late to...

blisters from poison ivy rash

The Purpose of Poison Ivy Blisters

Poison ivy is notorious for causing itchy rashes and blisters that can be uncomfortable. While many of us have heard that popping blisters is a no-no, there's often confusion about...

The Purpose of Poison Ivy Blisters

Poison ivy is notorious for causing itchy rashes and blisters that can be uncomfortable. While many of us have heard that popping blisters is a no-no, there's often confusion about...

backpacking woman scratching at her neck

Bug Bites vs Poison Ivy

When dealing with an itchy and irritating skin reaction, it can be challenging to determine whether it's a bug bite or a poison ivy rash. Differentiating between the two is...

Bug Bites vs Poison Ivy

When dealing with an itchy and irritating skin reaction, it can be challenging to determine whether it's a bug bite or a poison ivy rash. Differentiating between the two is...

arm with rash

Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

Woman looking closely at her eye

Poison Ivy In My Eye: What Should I Do? / Understanding Urushiol Oil 

If there’s one thing that ruins a day in the great outdoors, it’s a run-in with poison ivy or oak. But what happens if you accidentally rub your eyes and...

Poison Ivy In My Eye: What Should I Do? / Understanding Urushiol Oil 

If there’s one thing that ruins a day in the great outdoors, it’s a run-in with poison ivy or oak. But what happens if you accidentally rub your eyes and...

Person scratching back of leg

Should you drain poison ivy blisters?

Poison ivy rashes can be incredibly itchy or painful—or even both. It can be highly tempting to scratch and pop the blisters for temporary relief or because you think it...

Should you drain poison ivy blisters?

Poison ivy rashes can be incredibly itchy or painful—or even both. It can be highly tempting to scratch and pop the blisters for temporary relief or because you think it...