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What is a natural and safe and effective way to get rid of head lice without resorting to the chemical shampoos?
(24 Mar 2008)

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Head Lice – Read natural remedies

If you don't want to try any chemical or clinical treatment for getting rid of head lice, then here are some of the best and most effective home and natural cures for head lice.

  • The best traditional way to remove head lice is to use a lice comb or tweezers.
  • Application of Aloe Vera is also useful for removing nits and lice from the scalp.


    Allow the gel to stay for some time and then wash off with plain water.
  • Vinegar is another excellent treatment for treating head lice. This will help you in chucking out nits in just a few days.


  • A mixture of lemon and butter is also a great remedy for head lice. Wash your head after 15 to 20 minutes.
  • A gentle massage with mayonnaise is also useful for treating lice. Mayonnaise will help in killing lice as well as their eggs.
  • Tea tree oil is also a good cure for reducing head lice. You can mix this oil with your shampoo and enjoy the benefits of this essential oil.
  • Olive oil can also be used to treat any kind of hair and scalp problem including head lice.
  • A mixture of tea tree oil and olive oil is also good for curing head lice. 
answered by J on 24 Mar 2008, 7:33:51

 

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