Ailment: Mites (demodex mites)

Remedy: Cloves / clove oil

You can buy whole cloves in a supermarket or Asian store. Clove oil is available in some health food shops, but is sold more widely as an essential oil. If buying the essential oil, make sure it is made from real cloves and is pure.

Clove oil is one of the richest sources of antioxidants. Place a single drop under the tongue once per day.

Clove oil is an anaesthetic and antiseptic, making it particularly suitable for toothache and infections.

Comment posted by David Niven Miller of Perth, WA, Australia on 15 April 2024 at 12:7       5560

Reply to Comment 5559 posted by Sarah of Dallas, TX, USA on 14 April 2024.
Please read the Grow Youthful web page on Demodex mites. They can NOT reproduce in bedding, clothes, carpets etc. Heavy cleaning is not necessary to control mites.
If allergy to mites, dust etc is an issue, then cleaning as suggested in this comment makes good sense. But remember that the cleaning is not to control mites, it is to control allergies.

Comment posted by Sarah of Dallas, TX, USA on 14 April 2024 at 13:36       5559

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I've read many research articles and there are bacterium that the mites produce that can further cause inflammation and issues, so hydrogen peroxide does work to rid the anaerobic bacteria. Studies show that Terpenen 4, found in tea tree oil, works to kill then with no side effects. Clove oil eugenol is also proven to kill them. Rosacea is caused by demodex infestation. Demodex live on us but usually do not become a problem unless there is poor hygiene or lowered immune system. Make sure to take zinc, C, D, and B vitamins and wash regularly and use cleansing cloths to remove excess oil. Washing bedding on a sanitization cycle and high heat dry cycle will keep bedding clean. Vacuum mattress between washes to suck up dead skin and mites. Use a dust mite protector on pillows and mattress, as those with demodex infections usually have allergies anyway due to immune system issues. Allerease is a good brand, make sure weave is proper micron protection level.

Comment posted by Audra of Morgan, Utah, USA on 9 April 2024 at 2:43       5558

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Been dealing with demodex mites and found out my issue stems from mold exposure and mold toxins in my body. I am doing a detox, removing the mold and applying coconut oil with essential oils to treat my body. 1/2 cup virgin coconut oil with 15 drops clove, peppermint, lemongrass, sweet basil, citronella, eucalyptus or tea tree oil. Clove worked best for me. Antiparasitics, detox, healthy diet and constant topical treatments got rid of my infestation. I also like kleen green for baths and environment.

Comment posted by DEC of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on 13 January 2014 at 3:13       1698

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I have tried half a cup of olive oil with 20 drops of tea tree oil, 20 drops of clove oil and 20 drops of lavender oil mixed together and applied to my body. For my hair half a cup apple cider vinegar with 20 drops tea tree, 20 drops clove oil, and 20 drops lavender oil. Leave on hair for about 15 minutes then rinse off. I have mixed white vinegar with lavender oil in spray bottle and spray self when they are biting.

Comment posted by Sassylady2001 of Eugene, OR, USA on 19 October 2013 at 8:46       1476

How come no one answers the questions asked? Specifically how did you use this and in what proportions? I've been on many sites re mites and people talk about what they use that was successful but very few people answer the questions of how much, and in what proportion.

Comment posted by A w of Nsw, NSW, Australia on 13 August 2013 at 15:25       1320

Do NOT put pure tea tree oil (or clove oil) onto eye lids, it will burn the tissue and cross through the fine epithelium on the eyelid into the conjunctiva. Use tea tree shampoo on the lids, debride with a cotton tip that has been soaked in bicarbonate soda ( 1/4 teaspoon in 50mL warm water). If you ever get any oil into the eye, do not use water, tea tree oil is not water miscible and the oil will spread over more of the conjunctiva exacerbating any burn, instead neutralize with natural yoghurt then rinse in cool water.

Question posted by Greg of Dunedin, South Island , New Zealand on 22 June 2013 at 6:58       1214

Very interesting clove & pepermint oil, how did you apply the oils? Cheers

Comment posted by Cured999 of Gainesville, FL, USA on 11 June 2013 at 21:32       1197

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I cured it with Clove Oil and Peppermint Oil, though I truly believe it can be killed with Clove Oil and Tea Tree Oil. This cure takes about a week and Clove Oil actually KILLS THE EGGS! I put the oil on the backs of my arms for about a week and every bump is gone! I have been dealing with this problem for 10 years!!!!! I wish I could post this everywhere, but, I'd have to register for so many group forums.

Question posted by Determined of Rotorua, what, new zealand on 11 June 2013 at 14:48       1194

Hi I am wanting to cure my husband and I from scabies naturally. I think we have caught it at very early stages - maybe a week, so we might be lucky to get rid of them before anything gets too bad. My partner is itchy and has the dots and burrows etc.. and I am not really itchy but feel tickly around the face, ears and inside my eyelids. We have purchased neem oil, tea tree oil, and clove oil as well as almond oil to mix with them. I also bought disinfectant to wash the house, clothes and linen and then dry them in the dryer. I don't want to buy anything else, I want to try and make do with what I have. I am just wondering, in what order would you put the oils on and what ratios do I mix, would you mix them all together, or do a different one everyday? I am also wondering if these oils are safe for the testicles, vagina, anus, eyelids (inside) and ears? and if so how to apply? Thank you!