Just anoint your feet with clove oil. After you rub it on your feet, you will want to dilute any residue of the oil that is on your hands with a carrier oil. I'm not used to. Rub Valor on the bottom of your feet on the reflex points for the spine. This was the fastest I have ever been able to get rid of poison ivy.
Purification is good to use as an insect repellent.
An oil blend I recently rediscovered is Young Living's Energee. I put it on the bottom of my feet, emphasizing the big toe area. To help avoid sunburn, remember that citrus oils can make skin sensitive to ultraviolet light. As a precaution, avoid the use of citrus oils when exposed to direct sunlight. Insect Repellent 2 C. Witch Hazel 1 teas.