A good remedy for lice is to wash your hair with suitable shampoos, such as those that take permethrin in your formula.
However, tablets may also be used to finish off lice, which are easily found in pharmacies, such as Ivermectin, but should always be taken under the guidance of a dermatologist or pediatrician.
Shampoos for lice
Some examples of shampoos to kill lice can be:
- Kwell;
- Sanase
- Escabin;
- Deltcid;
- Stop lice;
- Del-lend;
- Pedider;
- Keltrine.
These can be found in pharmacies and drugstores with a very affordable price.
How to use:
The application varies greatly depending on the shampoo that is used. Most products should be applied to dry hair because they usually act by killing the louse by suffocation and if you put water first, the lice will close the respiratory orifices, protecting yourself from the action of the product. For this, the ideal is to consult on the label of the shampoo which is the recommended mode of use.
After applying the product, you should rub it a little, to make sure it is well spread covering all the wires. Leave on for about 10 to 20 minutes, but always check the manufacturer's instructions on the product packaging.
Then rinse the hair completely by removing the shampoo and then combing to remove dead lice and lice. In case of curly or curly hair you can apply a bit of combing cream and then split the hair by stroking to make sure you pass the fine comb across the hair and scalp.
Since lice can live up to 30 days, from lice to adult lice in about 12 days, it is recommended to apply the lice shampoo again a second time 7 days after the first application.
Natural Remedies for Head Lice
To combat lice and lice infestation you can also bet on natural ingredients such as essential oils, but it is also possible to kill the lice with a cornmeal mush that is placed on the scalp, preventing lice from breathing. Another natural solution for lice and nits is to bet on the thyme oil that must be mixed in the shampoo.
Here's how to prepare each of these recipes:
1. With essential oils
A great natural remedy for getting rid of lice and nits is to wash your hair with essential oils and oil, because oiliness prevents lice from sticking to your hair, making it easy to remove with a thin comb.
In addition, malaleuca essential oil has repellent properties that prevent a new infestation of lice. Rosemary and lavender essential oils are used to complement the treatment, soothing scalp irritation and relieving itching.
Ingredients
- 30 ml of olive oil
- 10 drops essential oil of rosemary
- 10 drops of lavender essential oil
- 10 drops malaleuca essential oil
Method of preparation
Mix the ingredients in a bowl until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Then, using a cotton swab, wipe it all over the scalp, rubbing it well on the root of the hair. Then cover with a cap and wait for 2 to 3 hours to kill all lice and nits before washing your hair with an oily hair shampoo.
After washing the hair, wipe a fine comb, wick by wick. Between each comb passage it is very important to check for any lice attached to the comb and, if any, remove them before returning the comb to the hair.
Attention: This home remedy should only be used after 2 years of age, as malaleuca essential oil should not be used in infants. Since lice eggs can take up to 7 days to hatch, it is important to use this natural remedy every 3 days for at least 4 weeks.
2. With cornmeal
An excellent natural treatment for hair lice is the mixture of cornmeal and rue as they are medicinal plants with properties that help to kill worms, such as lice, and to soothe the scalp, reducing the itching.
Ingredients
- 1 handful of rue
- 1 handful of cornmeal
- 4 cups water
Method of preparation
Add the rue in boiling water and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then add the cornmeal and stir well, avoiding lumps. When the mixture has the consistency of porridge, it is ready to be used.
Allow the mixture to cool and apply along the wires and on the scalp. Then wrap the hair in a cap and let the medicine work for about an hour. After the given time the hair should be washed with plenty of water and with neutral shampoo. For better effectiveness it is recommended to use a thin comb to remove dead lice and nits.
3. With thyme
Another excellent natural remedy for lice and nits is homemade shampoo made from thyme, as it is a medicinal plant with potent insecticidal properties.
Ingredients
- Thyme essential oil
- Shampoo with rosemary
Mode of preparation
Add 3 drops of the essential oil of thyme in the shampoo of rosemary and mix well. Then apply the mixture on wet hair with a light massage, letting act for 5 minutes. After a certain time, rinse the hair thoroughly with lukewarm water and apply a thin comb to remove dead lice and lice.
Thyme can be irritating to the skin of the scalp, and you should never exceed the recommended amount, nor use it without being diluted.
