How to Use Rubbing Alcohol to Kill Demodex Mites

Demodex mites, or follicle mites, are a type of micro-organism that inhabit the follicles and pores on the skin of mammals. Different species inhabit different mammals, including humans, dogs and cattle. The elongated body shape of these mites allow them to live head first inside the follicle of a host, such as an eyelash, and thrive on the cells within the follicle. While these mites live on mammals at all times, improper skin care can result in an overabundance of mites and treatment is required. Rubbing alcohol is a volatile fluid that can treat this problem.

Things You'll Need

• Tea tree oil soap or face wash
• Clean towel

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Instructions

• 1

  Clean your face thoroughly with a tea tree oil-based face wash. Pat dry with a clean towel.

• 2

  Soak a cotton ball in rubbing alcohol and apply to affected areas, such as the eyelids. Take care not to get the alcohol in your eyes.

• 3

  Repeat steps once or twice daily for three weeks, depending on the severity of your condition.