Mayo Doesn’t Effectively Destroy Lice Eggs
When it comes to head lice, there are many alternative ways to get rid of them. One home remedy is to smother your head in mayo, the thought being that the thick condiment will suffocate the lice.
While it’s true that mayo can destroy active lice, you have to leave it on your head for several hours. Worst of all, it does nothing to get rid of lice eggs. Instead, medical director Laurie Steelsmith recommends using oil and vinegar, which will both smother active lice and break down the egg casings.
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