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you rub it on the scalp and let it sit for 10 min and then wash it off and apply the shampoo
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Is your hair wet or dry when applying the mayo for head lice?
According to the department of public health, mayonaise is not a useful tool for killing head lice. It doesn't shampoo out fully and will spoil in your hair. You should use olive oil. Olive oil will suffocate the lice, not spoil in your hair, and wash out thoroughly.
How do you kill head -lice?
to be truthful with you, i have head lice right now you can use mayonaise. good luck peeps! :)use the treatments about every 2-4 days of 6 weeks and use a nit comb to try to get rid of the parasitic nits(eggs of the lice)
Does herbal essences shampoo kill lice?
No. Shampoo does not kill lice. Lice and their eggs (nits) need to be manually removed and you need to use some kind of insecticide to actually kill the lice and nits.Go tohttp://www.head-lice-treatment-information.comfor pictures and an understanding of the life cycle of head lice.They also can direct you to a safe non toxic head lice treatment that is actually a natural insecticide that is bad for lice but safe for humans.
Will acetone kill head lice?
Yes, it works like a bomb! We used it on my little sisters head and she has no more head lice!
Does itching help kill head lice?
No. The itching is the by product of the lice. You need to go to the drug store and by a shampoo just for killing lice. You will have to use it several times before you get them all.
Does Pantene shampoo kill lice?
I believe that you have to use the special shampoo because it has the killing adgent in it. Regular shampoo will not touch the lice or their eggs!
Does Clorox kill head lice?
You should never use Clorox on a person to kill head lice. If you are asking about laundering items and killing lice that may be attached to clothing, sheets, etc., the recommendation is to wash/dry them as hot as possible. Head lice are very sensitive to heat and will not be able to survive long periods in hot environments. Most recommendations are to achieve temperatures of 130F and above.
Why should i not use Clorox in hair to kill head lice?
Clorox is a bleach and will cause your scalp to burn possibly.
Can you use ddt powder to kill head lice?
DDT is very efficient but not recommended because of his high toxicity.
What type of bug bombs kill head lice?
None! Sorry you have to use the shampoo and comb them out! It sucks sorry.
Does testosterone kill head lice?
Yes but if u don't use the right amount or if u use to much u can lose some hair if u don't use the right amount then the lice wont die
Does pool water kill head lice?
No. The only way to get rid of headlice is to use a treatment from over the counter from your pharmacist.
