How to Use Garlic to Keep Pests Away: Mice, Flies, Cockroaches, Lice and Lizards (Page 2 ) | March 22, 2025

Garlic is not only effective against rodents and cockroaches, it is also formidable against  flying insects .

• Insect repellent spray  : Add a few crushed garlic cloves to water and spray the mixture near windows or in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent.
• Odor barrier  : Combine garlic with essential oils such as  lemongrass  or  lavender  to enhance its action and mask the odor.

Lice treatment: naturally protected hair

Garlic can even be added to your hair routine to fight  lice .

• Shampoo Mix  : Add crushed garlic to your regular shampoo.
• Garlic Mask  : Apply a garlic-based mask directly to the scalp, leave on for a few minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
• Repeat several times to effectively eliminate parasites.

Tips against lizards: an unexpected ally

Lizards  , attracted by insects, can become a nuisance in some homes . Garlic is also effective against them:

• Garlic Cloves Near Entrances  : Place garlic cloves near windows and doors.
• Garlic Spray  : Spray a mixture of water and crushed garlic in areas where lizards frequently appear.

Mistakes to avoid to maximize efficiency