Tea Tree Oil - LICE Preventative
10
ml - $5.95 30
ml – 12.95
The school year has started and Tea Tree is a great oil to have on hand as a preventative measure for lice.
Tea Tree - Melaleuca alternifolia Because the benefits of tea tree oil are so recognized, it is no
doubt one of the most popular essential oils of all times.
It’s most known for its antiseptic, antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
For this reason, and that it enhances the immune system, it
has been traditionally used for coughs, flu, bronchitis and colds. It is also
effective for skin (acne) and hair (oil
controlling, dandruff, a lice
preventative and stimulates the scalp). Its regeneration properties
also reduce scar tissue and swelling which makes it perfect for healing wounds,
insect bites and acne. It will also stop a toothache when applied to the gums.
Directions: For a lice preventative place 2-3 drops into your child’s
shampoo, wash, let it sit for a couple minutes, then rinse. You can add it to
conditioner as well. You can do this once or twice a week as a preventative
measure. If there is an outbreak in your child’s school perhaps do not use
conditioner until the outbreak is gone. Lice love clean, soft hair. It is best
to dilute the tea tree oil in shampoo than to apply direct. You still can apply
direct however you never need more than 2-3 drops for your child’s head. Please
read our “Please Note” area below! It
has been known that some people have used the tea tree oil as lice treatment
however because the oils are very concentrated and 100% pure some children
react differently. You can google tea tree oil for lice treatment and see if it is the right choice for your
family.
Also if you purchase a larger amount of Tea Tree oil you can also pour
1/3 of a 30 ml bottle in a 2 oz spray bottle and lightly spray your child’s
backpack and clothes in the morning before school when there is an outbreak, or
as a preventative a couple times a week.
Please note: Even though Pure Essential Oils are all
natural and usually do not cause
allergic reactions it is best to dilute with some lotion and test a small skin
patch before applying it in your shampoo. Please consult with a physician
before using on children under 2. Please use with caution when applying
directly. Only 2-3 drops are needed.
A little about Essential Oils: Essential oils are
used both for their scent and for their healing properties and are extracted
from flowers, herbs, trees, vegetables, or spices. Essential oils are easily absorbed through the skin and
disperse within minutes throughout the body. Only a small quantity of essential oil is required to bring about results as
they are highly concentrated.
