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Can Mud Tame Poison Oak?

When it comes to natural remedies for poison oak, mud often comes to mind. But can this age-old folk remedy truly tame the itching and discomfort caused by poison oak?...

Can Mud Tame Poison Oak?

When it comes to natural remedies for poison oak, mud often comes to mind. But can this age-old folk remedy truly tame the itching and discomfort caused by poison oak?...

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...

Woman scratching her arm

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

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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...

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Can You Become Immune to Poison Ivy?

Poison ivy is notorious for causing an itchy, uncomfortable rash. Unfortunately, this plant is also popular in North America and can cause quite a stir for active families and nature...

Can You Become Immune to Poison Ivy?

Poison ivy is notorious for causing an itchy, uncomfortable rash. Unfortunately, this plant is also popular in North America and can cause quite a stir for active families and nature...

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What kills poison ivy the fastest?

Poison ivy is the dreaded plant that causes many outdoor vacations to turn into itchy problems that you just want to end. But this plant doesn’t just appear in the...

What kills poison ivy the fastest?

Poison ivy is the dreaded plant that causes many outdoor vacations to turn into itchy problems that you just want to end. But this plant doesn’t just appear in the...