I've never had a flea problem, but I do know a little bit about aromatherapy...
The Lavender should work and it's safe. That's the reason that they used to always wash linens with Lavender water... it would keep the bed bugs away and is calming and relaxing so it will help you sleep, too.
Just make sure that you buy the 'real deal' and not just a scented Lavender product. You want to get the essential oil of Lavender from a health food or holistic shop. It should come in a small dark-colored glass bottle. Don't buy anything that is packaged in clear glass as it doesn't preserve the oil. You'll also see different kinds of Lavenders.. Roman, English, etc.... just get the one you prefer.
When you get home, mix the oil with water in a spray bottle and spray all the affected areas. It shouldn't cause any problems with any fabrics, but if you want to be sure, spray someplace that is hidden first.
FYI-Even though they are called essential oil, they leave no oily residue. One way to be sure that you have the real thing is to put a drop on a piece of paper. If it dries clean with no residue you have a pure essential oil. An oily mark or discoloration on the paper means it's a synthetic product.
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