To help with head lice, the following recipes have been shown to improve an infestation:
Wet combing aid for head lice removal:
- 3 ounces of Sweet Almond Oil
- 60 drops of Rosemary
- 20 drops of Lavender
- 10 drops of Geranium
Mix oils in a bowl (large enough for your comb). On dry hair, massage oils down to roots. Leave on for 10 minutes. Using a fine tooth comb, work through entire head. Wiping comb after each pass to remove lice.
Safe for children 6 years old and older.
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Lice Prevention Spray:
- 60 drops of Rosemary
- 20 drops of Lavender
- 10 drops of Geranium
Add 10 drops to 2 ounces of water. Shake well. Lightly mist hair, backpack, coat, and hat every day before school and after. Lice hates this mix and will not return.
Safe for children 6 years old and older.
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