is using mineral oil to treat mite a good idea?

[Jamie]

I have a friend who has the mites curse right now...I gave them some mite treatment from my vet (it's a mite and tick shampoo) and they decided to go ahead with mineral oil instead for reasons unknown. They also use it to help with shedding by adding it to the warm water. I am against them using it without putting in a little research in instead of going by "what someone told them". I am just curious as to what everybody has heard or had expereince with mineral oil for mites and shedding aids. Thanks very much

Jamie