Does rubbing alcohol kill lice

Answer 1

Yes - That's why they soak brushes in it at salons.
No. Go to Walmart or a local drug store and get the products made to kill lice.
No. Go to the drugstore and get the shampoo made just for this.
Yes. According to a reliable source, rubbing alcohol is the most effective and cheapest way to get rid of head lice.
After battling lice for 4 months I tried rubbing alcohol. I have to say it worked! It is the only thing that has worked after many bottles of nix, rid, and lice md.

Answer 2

There are many natural ways that are used to kill head lice. Alcohol is not recommended as this can cause a severe chemical burn to the scalp and is highly flammable. Alcohol is recommended to soak nit combs and brushes that had been used to comb the hair of the person that has lice. More natural options to treat head lice would be coconut oil and apple cider vinegar as both suffocate the lice.

Answer 3

Yes mix half and half and then comb with lice comb works every time repeat as needed

Answer 4

yes rubbing alcohol has a smell that suffocates the bugs

Answer 5

Unequivocally yes! There's not much that won't die after being immersed in alcohol (use the 91% kind). It's cheaper and safer than the chemicals in treatments you buy at the drug store.

Answer 6

no. it can actually make it worse and is not good for your head

Answer 7

yes it does and fast