Listerine is a combination of alcohol and essential oils that are good for killing bacteria and fungus on the body. In addition to sanitizing the mouth and sweetening the breath, it is useful for killing bacteria and fungus in wounds and on the skin.
Medical Use. Get rid of Lice
Listerine can be used to kill lice in the hair. Apply Listerine to the scalp and hair, soaking it well. Cover it with a disposable shower cap and leave it on for 2 hours. Wash and rinse like unusual. Use a lice comb to remove the nits.
Get Rid of Ticks
To get a tick to turn loose soak a cotton ball or pad with Listerine and use it to cover the tick for 10 to 15 seconds. The tick will usually let go quickly and can be removed with tweezers.
Treat Itchy Skin
Listerine treats pain and itchy skin caused by bug bites, bee stings, poison ivy, allergies, psoriasis, and acne. It sanitizes the area, reduces pain, and relieves the itch temporarily.
Clean Blisters and Wounds
Clean wounds and blisters with Listerine to keep them from getting infected. The Listerine kills bacteria on the skin surface. Repeat several times daily to keep the wound clean.
Toe and Nail Fungus
Add a cup of Listerine to your foot soak to treat nail fungus. Soak daily until the fungus clears up completely.
Other Uses. Kills Mold and Mildew
Listerine also kills molds and mildew. Use it in a spray bottle to kill small spots of mold and mildew. Spray the area thoroughly and let it soak in.
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