6 Different Ways To Use Tea Tree Oil To Get Rid Of Head Lice

Tea tree oil is a potent essential oil that is extracted from a tree native to Australia called as the Melaleuca alternifolia tree. Known for its antiseptic, antibiotic and germicidal properties, tea tree oil is effective in killing different bacteria, fungi, protozoans and virus. Thus, the oil is also extremely effective against head lice. It kills adult lice and takes care of the unhatched lice eggs as well.

There are many studies to indicate that issues of lice can be treated with tea tree oil. However, there are not enough studies to measure its effectiveness. Tea tree oil should not be overused. Pure tea tree oil can have side-effects. Make sure that the oil is always diluted with a carrier oil before use. Pregnant women, nursing women, and children must avoid using tea tree oil unless directed by a doctor or expert.

# Tea Tree Oil for Lice

Ingredients

Tea tree oil
Regular carrier oil for hair (coconut oil or almond oil )
A head towel
Cotton balls

Method

Mix 5 drops of tea tree oil in 2 tbsp of carrier oil
Saturate the cotton ball with the mixture and apply it directly onto the scalp.
Cover the entire scalp with the hair towel and leave this on overnight.

# Tea Tree Oil Spray for Lice

Ingredients

7-8 drops of tea tree oil
100 ml water
A spray bottle

Method

Pour the water into the spray bottle and add the essential oil to it.
Shake the bottle thoroughly so that the oil mixes well with the water.
Spritz this oil onto your scalp, concentrating on the areas where you can see the nits.
Leave it on for half an hour and then wash your hair with a shampoo.

# Coconut Oil And Tea Tree Oil for Lice

Ingredients

6-7 drops of tea tree oil
2-3 tbsp. coconut oil

Method

Mix both the oils into a homogeneous mixture.
Apply this oil onto your scalp and along the lengths of your hair.
Leave it on for about an hour and then wash it off with shampoo and conditioner.

# Olive Oil And Tea Tree Oil for Lice

Ingredients

5-6 drops of tea tree oil
2 tbsp. olive oil

Method

Mix both the oils into a homogeneous mixture.
Apply this oil onto your scalp and along the lengths of your hair.
Leave it on for about an hour and then wash it off with shampoo and conditioner.

# Lavender And Tea Tree Oil for Lice

Ingredients

3 drops of lavender oil
3 drops of tea tree oil
2 tsps of your favorite carrier oil

Method

Combine the oils and apply it all over the scalp and along the length of the hair.
Leave this overnight and wash your hair with shampoo the next morning.

# Apple Cider Vinegar and Tea Tree Oil for Lice

1 cup apple cider vinegar
10 drops of tea tree oil
2-3 tbsp. shampoo
A spray bottle

Method

Mix all the ingredients into a homogeneous mixture and store it in the spray bottle.
Spray the mixture on the scalp and along the lengths of the hair.
Leave it on for 20-30 minutes and rinse using your regular shampoo and conditioner.