Lice infestation occurs in children from ages 4-13, quite common during summer. Lice causes irritation and itching on the scalp and can spread quickly from one person to another. To prevent lice in children naturally, here are a few home remedies to get rid of them. Tap to read!
Vinegar
Mix vinegar with water, apply the mixture on the scalp and head, and leave it in for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, comb the lice and eggs out.
Lavender Oil
Mix lavender oil with any plant-based oil and apply it on the scalp by gently massaging. Leave it in for 30 minutes and comb to remove lice.
Lemon Juice
Take a lemon, squeeze out its juice, and apply it to the scalp and hair. Leave it in for 30 minutes, then rinse and comb to remove lice.
Neem Oil
Neem has insecticidal properties. Apply it on the scalp and hair by mixing it with any plant-based oil. Leave it in for 30 minutes and then comb to remove lice.
Garlic
Crush some garlic cloves and mix with coconut oil. Apply the mixture on the scalp, leave it in for 30 minutes, rinse, and then comb.
Tea Tree Oil
Mix a few drops of it with a plant-based oil, apply on the scalp and hair. Leave it in for one hour, comb hair to remove lice, and rinse hair with shampoo.
Salt Water
Mix salt with water and pour the mixture in a spray bottle. Spray the mixture on the hair and scalp, leave it in for a few hours and comb through.
Information Credits
According to PubMed, garlic, neem, tea tree oil, and more have insecticidal properties that help kill the lice. It is advisable to do a patch test and consult a dermatologist before applying anything to your scalp.