How to Prevent Head Lice Infestation

If you have children in school, they will be exposed to head lice. This is a simple, inexpensive, effective way to PREVENT head lice infestation.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Whatever shampoo you normally use
• Tea Tree Oil (usually found near the shampoo in most stores
• Hairspray

1. Add several drops of tea tree oil to your regular shampoo. (About 5 drops for an average size bottle.) Do not use too much because it can actually dry out your hair. You should be able to smell the scent of the Tea Tree Oil in your shampoo. Shake the bottle well to distribute the oil throughout the shampoo. The scent of the tea tree oil will deter the lice.

2. Wash your hair as usual and rinse well. The scent of the tea tree oil will remain but it will not alter the performance of your shampoo. Conditioner may be used after rinsing the shampoo.

3. Once your hair is styled you can apply your regular hair spray. Hair spray also makes hair less attractive to head lice.

Tips & Warnings

• You should be able to smell the Tea Tree oil more than the scent of your shampoo.
• Too much Tea Tree oil can dry out your hair!