2torial #0512: Learn2 Remove a Tick (Continued) Prepare to Pull Begin by getting as clear a view of the site of the tick as possible. It it's nestled in hairs, lightly comb or pull them back. Have a friend hold them down, or wet them and surround them with a towel or other cloth. Wash your hands thoroughly, and sterilize the tweezers if at all possible. If you've got rubbing alcohol you can wipe the tweezers with it. This should disinfect them fairly well, although it's best to follow this up with a "flaming": run a lit match over the edges until well-heated. If you don't have rubbing alcohol or other sterilizing solution, then just flame the tweezers and proceed (but let them cool down first!). If you don't have tweezers (and can't wait until you locate a pair), then use a paper towel or other paper product. Avoid grasping the tick with your bare hands. Step 2