Build Your Box – 4 Pairs
Build Your Box – 4 Pairs
- ✅ EPA-registered protection
- ✅ Lasts through 70 washes
- ✅ Soft & lightweight bamboo blend
- ✅ Peace of mind all tick season
$29.75 per pair, sold as a 4-pack
- Priced in line with other hiking socks, except these have built-in tick protection.
- 4 pairs so you have consistent coverage throughout tick season.
$119 total – Free Shipping
Pre-order your Tick Socks for next season.
Ships January 2027.
❤️ Love them, or your money back
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- Free shipping across the US
- 30 day free returns, even if you’ve worn a pair
- Love them, or your money back
4 designs to choose from:
4 sizes to choose from:
Materials & feel
Materials & feel
Tick Socks feel and smell just like your regular socks – soft, breathable, comfy, stretchy, and totally “normal” to wear.
The built-in tick protection is tightly bonded to the fabric fibers, so you can’t tell it’s there (but the ticks can).
They’re made with a breathable, lightweight, moisture-wicking bamboo blend for everyday comfort.
Fabric composition by color:
- White: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Green: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Blue: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Yellow: 65% bamboo, 23% polyester, 10% nylon, 2% spandex
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Just wash them like your regular socks, separately from other clothing.
The built-in tick protection is bonded to the fabric and lasts through 70 washes, unlike DIY permethrin spray that lasts around 6 washes.
Do not dry clean. (But who’s dry-cleaning socks anyway?)
Wear → wash → repeat.
Built-in tick protection
Built-in tick protection
We've partnered with Insect Shield® to use their EPA-registered permethrin textile technology in our socks.
(Psst…the US Army treats all combat uniforms issued to soldiers with Insect Shield’s built-in treatment, too!)
The active ingredient (0.52% permethrin) is bonded directly to the fabric fibers of each sock during manufacturing.
As a result, the built-in repellency lasts through 70 washes (unlike DIY permethrin spray that lasts around 6 washes).
It's invisible and odorless – they look, feel, and smell like regular socks, except they repel ticks.
No spraying, no reapplication, and no guesswork.
The US Army uses the same treatment
Powered by Insect Shield® technology – the same permethrin textile technology used by the US Army to treat all combat uniforms.
73.6x less likely to have a tick bite
A University of Rhode Island study found that people wearing permethrin-treated shoes and socks were 73.6 times less likely to have a tick bite.
✓ EPA-registered
✓ Repels ticks
✓ Lasts 70 washes
Proven to repel ticks
Proven to repel ticks (including those which may carry Lyme disease), as well as mosquitoes, ants, flies, chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums).
Lasts through 70 washes
Factory-bonded permethrin that's built into the fabric fibers and proven to last through 70 washes – no need to spray or reapply anything yourself.
I’m a forest school teacher so I wear these often. Not daily but at least once or twice a week. Unfortunately, they’re already starting to rip. For the price, I would rather stick to spraying bug spray as needed.
If you’re wearing these once in a while, I think they’re fine. Extra peace of mind. Long term, I would stick to regular hiking/normal socks and spray as you normally would.
I would like to see neutral colors and cute/whimsical/nature designs.
Hi Gabriela,
I'm sad to hear that the socks didn't meet your expectations. When I saw your post in an outdoor moms Facebook group asking for budget-friendly gear recommendations as you were preparing to start your own Forest School business, I sent you 2 pairs of Tick Socks for yourself and 6 pairs for your Forest School children (valued at $238) completely free of charge, as a little congratulations gift to celebrate you starting your own small business. Given the circumstances, I really wish you had reached out to me directly so I could investigate the issue and try to resolve it for you.
Regarding the review itself, I'm very sorry to see that one of the socks has developed a rip. Rips around the toe can occur for several reasons, including toenail friction or incorrect sizing. Can you please confirm what shoe size you wear?
Lastly, have you received any feedback from the Forest School families who received the 6 pairs of children's socks I sent? In particular, have any of them experienced similar issues with rips developing?
Feel free to contact me directly if you would prefer.
Marnie
Owner, Tick Socks
We have been really impressed with these socks! We have a 5-year-old who wears a size 10 shoe and a 10-year-old who wears a size 2, and they fit both kids comfortably. The quality is excellent. They are thick, well made, and have held up through repeated washes without shrinking, pilling, or losing their shape. That is more than I can say for most kids' socks we have bought.
My kids also genuinely like wearing them because the fun prints and tall style are exactly what seems to be popular with kids right now.
Most importantly, we have spent plenty of time outdoors wearing them, and no ticks so far!
First time wearing Tick Socks, when I took off my boots after being in the woods for about 2 hours, there was a dead tick on my sock!
SO happy to hear this! Thank you for the photos, and for taking the time to leave such a helpful review
Wear a women’s US size 8 shoe and didn’t know if the medium would fit but it’s perfect. Fall tick hatch is delayed here due to drought. But the socks are cute and comfy and I’m ready for the ticks when they come.
Marnie has been so great to work with. These socks are perfect for our outdoor school!
Amazing customer service, fast shipping and a great product!
I love my Tick Socks! They are made of high quality material, are very soft, comfortable, and durable. All of the designs are super cute. I love that I can pull them up almost to my knees. It makes me feel extra protected. My yard backs up to a very heavily wooded area and I have tons of deer in the yard all the time so I throw these on whenever I run out to fill the bird feeder or to grab something from the shed. I love having extra pairs so that I can rotate them when other pairs are being washed. Excellent customer service. Marnie even reached out to me letting me know she’s available to answer any questions I might have. I highly recommend Tick Socks! They have given me peace of mind and an added layer of protection. I am able to enjoy my yard again without being anxious and paranoid! Thank you!
So far, so good. Would love more styles:)
Love how easy and effective these are to use
My kids love these socks! They're super soft, the colors and patterns are fun, and they actually wanted to wear them. We wore them on a hike through tall grass and brush where we've seen ticks before, and everyone came home tick-free. It's nice to have an extra layer of protection without needing bug spray every time we head outside.
We're very pleased with our purchase. They are very soft and comfortable. I am very pleased with the option to pick multiple sizes in a 4-pack so that each of my family members can enjoy a new pair of socks.
Got these for a Father’s Day gift. Dad loved them!
Zero ticks
My Tick-Socks are my favorite socks! I wear them when I'm out hiking in the Colorado backcountry and in parks and open spaces that have tall grass.
I even wear them with my Frye boots, because they're thin and sleek!
Comfortable, pretty thin so they fit fine in any sneakers or boots. Would prefer something plain, like a solid color, but hopefully they are working to repel ticks.
These socks are genius and stylish too! We needed them for a trip and they even worked with me to get them to me in time. Excellent socks and equally great customer service!
Our socks arrived and just in time as it has been a rough season of ticks and chiggers here in Missouri. They are colorful and so soft to wear. We have only tested them out against the ticks one time and had success. Looking forward to a tick-free summer.
Bought 4 pairs to share with family. Love. The designs and that they are safe for pets. Could you make dog socks next?!
Great Socks! Soft, comfortable and delightful designs! Love the Build-A-Box because i was able to get additional sock as gifts. And Poppy the tick on the box is hilarious! Well Done!
love the bright colors!
Thank you, Emmie!
These socks really work! No more ticks on me!
'No more ticks on me' – music to my ears! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review :)
My husband is a park ranger and constantly comes home covered in ticks. I bought a 4 pack, not knowing if they would seriously work. We are horrible about treating his clothes with the spray he was given as often as we should (only lasts 4 or 5 washes). However, I purchased these socks and so far in the season where we've seen an INSANE amount of ticks, absolute none have made it home on him! These socks are incredible and the fact they last 70 washes is even more amazing. If you have someone that works outdoors I could not recommend these to you enough. They are an absolute game changer!!! :)
Fantastically soft and so beautiful! I gifted a pair to my friend
Hi Elspeth, so glad you love them! I hope your friend does too :) Marnie
These socks are so soft and comfortable. I am wearing them every morning on my walk with my dog because we go through tall grasses on occasion..extremely soft
Great socks! Very soft and smells good not like chemicals
Thank you! Isn't it bizarre how they look, feel, and smell like regular socks, except they repel ticks?!
Marnie, the owner communicated great and is understanding! Socks are great, soft, and great design options. The only problem was that the socks weren’t tall enough to go past the top of his boots (birthday gift). Marnie was very understanding the return and refund was an easy process. Thanks Marnie!
Hi Sarah, you've been a pleasure to communicate with too :) As you know, we have a 100% satisfaction guarantee, so your order has been refunded in full. Thanks so much for your kind feedback about the softness and designs, and for taking the time to leave a review.
My tween won't wear them because the designs and colors are too dorky, plain would be better to get all ages to wear them.
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I’m really sorry to hear your tween wasn’t a fan of the designs.
Our styles are intentionally bright, bold, and playful, but I completely understand that they won’t be everyone’s cup of tea.
I do try to make the designs very clear on the website before purchasing, so I just wanted to check – was it unclear which designs you’d receive when you ordered? I’d really love to understand so I can fix that if needed.
On a personal note, as a small business, 1-star reviews can have a significant impact – especially when it comes down to personal preference rather than the product itself. If there was anything else that contributed to your experience, I’d really appreciate you sharing, as it helps me continue to improve.
Thank you ..so nice..I have Lyme
Can't wait to put the socks on..sincerley ,Paul S.
Yall made this so easy for me! Great and responsive customer service!
FAQ (How do they work?)
How do they work?
Powered by Insect Shield® technology
The active ingredient (0.52% permethrin) is bonded directly to the fabric fibers during manufacturing.
Proven to repel ticks
EPA-registered and proven to repel ticks (including those which may carry Lyme disease). When ticks come into contact with them, it affects their nervous system, they detach, and often die.
Wear, wash, repeat
Because the treatment is built into the fabric, it lasts through 70 washes (unlike DIY permethrin spray that sits on top of fabric and lasts around 6 washes).
Are they safe?
Permethrin has been an EPA-registered product since 1977, with an excellent safety record. It's used in lice shampoos for children, scabies medications for infants/kids/adults, flea dips for dogs, and various other products.
We use Insect Shield® textile technology – it's approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use by the whole family, and has an EPA safety rating of Category IV – the highest safety level awarded.
To receive its EPA registration, the Insect Shield® permethrin technology was extensively tested, confirming no adverse effects on people, animals, or the environment.
Additionally, the Hohenstein Institute (an accredited test laboratory and research institute) have performed extensive allergy and skin sensitivity tests and awarded Insect Shield with “Hypoallergenic” and “No Allergy Potential” labels.
Insect Shield also commissions its own third-party studies on the efficacy and reliability of its products, continuously monitoring the chemistry, application, and final products.
Permethrin-treated clothing is recommended by many trusted organizations, including:
- The American Academy of Family Physicians
- The World Health Organization (WHO)
-National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Are they effective?
EPA-registered – the EPA requires extensive effectiveness data to prove a product’s ability, and ensure it will not have harmful effects on people or the environment.
73.6x less likely to get a tick bite – in this study, people wearing permethrin-treated socks and shoes were 73.6 times less likely to get a tick bite.
93% reduction in tick bites – another study found an overwhelming reduction in tick bites among people wearing Insect Shield-treated clothing.
Translation: Yes – they're highly effective.
Who recommends permethrin-treated clothing?
Permethrin-treated clothing is recommended by many trusted organizations, including:
- The American Academy of Family Physicians
- The World Health Organization (WHO)
-National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Can they be worn around cats?
Yes! While permethrin indeed can be harmful to cats in liquid form, there's no liquid permethrin in Tick Socks.
Our socks use a factory-bonded permethrin textile technology, where the active ingredient (0.52% permethrin) is tightly bound to the fabric fibers in minimal amounts during the manufacturing stage.
(A big concern with cats and permethrin is the application process while DIY'ing your clothes and gear, but we've eliminated that need).
How does permethrin work?
When ticks come into contact with permethrin, it affects their nervous system – they become paralyzed, fall off, and often die.
Permethrin has been an EPA-registered product since 1977, with an excellent safety record. It's used in lice shampoos for children, flea dips for dogs, and various other products.
We use Insect Shield® technology, which is bonded directly to the fabric fibers of each sock during manufacturing and lasts through 70 washes, unlike DIY permethrin spray that sit on top of fabric and lasts around 6 washes.
Because the permethrin is bonded to the fabric fibers (not sitting on your skin like bug spray), the treatment remains effective without you having to apply anything yourself.
Do Tick Socks replace bug spray?
No – tick prevention works best as a layered approach – there is no single solution.
Tick Socks are an effortless & effective layer of protection right where ticks love to hitch a ride (your ankles).
In addition to wearing Tick Socks, you could also try:
- Using bug spray on exposed skin
- Tucking your pants into your socks
- Putting your clothes in the dryer before you head inside
- Doing nightly tick checks
- Keeping tick tweezers handy
Do they repel anything besides ticks?
Yes – they repel ticks, mosquitoes, ants, flies, chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums).
Who can wear them?
Everyone.
The Insect Shield® textile technology that we use in our socks is approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use by the whole family, and has an EPA safety rating of Category IV – the highest safety level awarded.
To receive its EPA registration, the Insect Shield® permethrin technology was extensively tested, confirming no adverse effects on people, animals, or the environment.
What do they smell and feel like?
Tick Socks feel and smell just like your other clothes.
The Insect Shield protection is invisible & odorless – you can’t tell it’s there, but the ticks can.
How do Tick Socks compare to DIY permethrin sprays?
DIY permethrin spray sits on top of the fabric fibers and typically lasts around 6 washes.
We use Insect Shield's factory-bonded permethrin treatment – it's built into the fabric fibers, and is proven to last through 70 washes.
How do they compare to bug sprays?
Unlike topical bug sprays, the repellent:
- can't be overused
- doesn't absorb into your skin
- can't be inhaled or swallowed
- isn't harmful to your eyes
- doesn't come off when you sweat
- doesn't require reapplication
Because the repellent is bonded to the fabric (not applied to skin), there’s also nothing to transfer onto hands, furniture, or kids.
They’re not a replacement for bug sprays on exposed skin – they're a long-lasting layer of protection right where ticks love to hitch a ride.
Does the repellent absorb into skin?
No.
Tick Socks use Insect Shield’s factory-bonded treatment, where the active ingredient (0.52% permethrin) is bonded directly to the fabric fibers, unlike permethrin sprays that sits on top of fabric fibers or bug sprays that are applied directly to your skin.
Because of this built-in process, the permethrin does not transfer to, or absorb into, your skin or the environment.
What are they made from?
Tick Socks are made from a breathable, lightweight bamboo blend that’s soft, moisture-wicking, and comfortable.
Fabric composition by color:
- White: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Green: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Blue: 73% bamboo, 20% polyester, 5% nylon, 2% spandex
- Yellow: 65% bamboo, 23% polyester, 10% nylon, 2% spandex
They feel and smell just like normal socks, except they have built-in tick protection.
Where are they made?
Our bamboo socks are made in China, home to the world’s largest bamboo plantations.
After knitting, they’re sent to Insect Shield’s state-of-the-art facility, where the tick-repellent treatment is bonded directly to the fabric fibers.
They’re then returned to our manufacturer for finishing and packaging before being shipped to you.
(We absorb all tariff costs so there are no nasty surprises at checkout).
How do I wash them?
Just wash them like your regular socks, separately from other clothing.
The built-in tick protection is bonded to the fabric and lasts through 70 washes.
Do not dry clean. (But who’s dry-cleaning socks anyway?)
FAQ (Ordering & Shipping)
Can I buy one pair of socks instead of a box of 4?
Tick Socks are only available in boxes containing 4 pairs for a couple of reasons.
Firstly, having multiple pairs means you can wear them on repeat while others are in the wash – giving you consistent coverage throughout tick season.
Secondly (being totally transparent), because they’re made from premium bamboo, have custom designs, and we absorb costs like tariffs and shipping, we’d actually lose money selling single pairs. As a small business it just wouldn’t be viable unfortunately.
If you don’t love them, you’re always covered by our money-back guarantee – but most people end up grabbing a few boxes for friends and family.
What sizes do they come in?
Tick Socks come in four sizes, for kids through to adults.
Small – kids (approx. ages 6–9)
- US shoe size: Children’s 12 – Youth 3
- EU shoe size: 30–33
Medium – kids & adults (approx. ages 9+)
- US shoe size: Youth 4 – Youth 6, Women’s 6–8
- EU shoe size: 34–38
Large – teens & adults
- US shoe size: Men’s 6–8.5, Women’s 7.5–10
- EU shoe size: 39–42
Extra Large – adults
- US shoe size: Men’s 9–12, Women’s 10.5–13
- EU shoe size: 43–46
What countries do you ship to?
Currently, we ship US-wide.
When will my order be shipped?
Your order will ship from our US warehouse in NJ once your order is placed.
How much is Shipping?
Shipping is free across the US 😊
What is your Return Policy?
We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you don’t love your Tick Socks, you can return the box within 30 days – even if one pair’s been worn – for a full refund.
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