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what is the best home remedy for head lice. I want them gone!
(17 Jan 2008)

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Natural Treatment for Head Lice

There are many effective ways to treat head lice naturally and effectively. Read on the following natural remedies to treat head lice:
  • Mix egg yolk, lemon juice and vinegar and apply this mixture on your scalp. Leave it for about half an hour and then was your hair with warm water.


    This is an excellent natural remedy for head lice.
  • Lemon juice is an excellent and most effectual home remedy for both dandruff and head lice.
  • You can also try applying a mixture of lemon juice and garlic paste.


    Allow the mixture to dry and then wash with cold water. Rinse out all the remaining dirt and dust you’re your hairs.
  • A combination of vinegar, lemon juice and garlic paste can also show wonderful results in curing head lice. Leave this mixture applied on your hair for about 2 hours and then wash your hairs.
  • Massaging your hair with olive oil is also beneficial. This helps in killing lice. Gently massage your scalp with olive oil and then cover it using a plastic bag. Leave it covered overnight and then comb off all the lice using a lice comb.
  • Almond is another good remedy for head lice. Soak almonds in water overnight and then blend it to a paste. You can add lemon juice to this paste for extra effects. Apply this paste and leave it for the next 2 hours. Wash your hairs with cold water.
answered by J on 10 Feb 2008, 10:56:15

 

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