Millions of kids and adults in the United States suffer from head lice every year, and just as many tears are shed by adults and kids desperately trying to get rid of them. Sometimes over the counter treatments fail, and certain prescription insecticides can be insanely toxic, which leads a lot of lice suffers into a fury of rage. Unfortunately, one of the biggest issues with lice is that it has started to become resistant to a lot of old fashion treatments, and natural remedies aren’t studied as well as commercial ones. Learn more about our professional treatment process and how we eliminate lice in a single visit.
HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD HAS LICE?
Is your kid complaining of an itchy head? Do they have trouble sleeping? Is your kid saying that they feel like something is crawling on them at night? Make sure you check their hair once a week to see if anything looks problematic.
If you see small white patches in their hair and they complain that they are itchy, then they most likely have lice. Here are a few ways to get rid of head lice.
1. COMB OUT THEIR HAIR THOROUGHLY.
You should start by separating a small section of your child’s hair and slowly comb out the hair starting at the roots. This can be very painful for your child, so be gentle while combing out their hair. Make sure that the comb stays close to the scalp, then go ahead and inspect the comb to see if you see any lice, nits, and casting. If no bugs are found repeat a week later. After you finish one section, pin it up and start the same process in the next section. This technique might not get rid of all of the lice, but it will at least get rid of 50% of them.
2.WASH AND CLEAN OUT EVERYTHING THEY TOUCH.
Once you find the lice and cleaned your kid’s hair, make sure that you wash all of their stuffed animals, pillowcases, clothes, and all the fabrics they own in extremely hot water. Once they are done in the washer, put the clothes in the dryer on high heat. Hot water kills the lice, so you need to make sure everything is washed and disinfected so the lice won’t spread and infect another person. We suggest that you do this at night because that’s when lice are the most active. For objects that can’t be washed such as phones, hairbrushes, and headphones, place them in a plastic bag for two weeks. This will kill the lice and prevent them from escaping.
3.USE A PARTICULAR TYPE OF LICE REMOVAL CREAM OR SPRAY.
Look for a spry or cream that is specially designed for lice removal. Lice Lifters, a professional lice removal company in Montgomery County, offers a variety of safe, natural, and affordable lice removal products. You can use their spray on dry and damp hair. In addition to that, their products look and smell amazing! If you’re ready to take action, book your appointment at Lice Lifters of Montgomery County today. If you are in the area, learn more about our head lice removal near Upper Moreland services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I tell if it is lice or just dandruff?
Dandruff flakes easily brush away from the hair, while lice nits are firmly attached to the hair shaft near the scalp. Nits are small, oval-shaped, and often yellowish or white. If you are unsure, a professional head check can provide a definitive answer.
Q: Can lice spread through water or swimming pools?
Head lice can survive in water by clinging tightly to hair strands, but they do not swim or spread through pool water. The CDC notes that chlorine in pools does not kill lice. However, sharing towels or brushes at the pool can lead to transmission.
Q: Do lice prefer clean or dirty hair? Families near Wyncote can also visit our professional lice treatment in Wyncote page for local details.
Head lice do not have a preference for clean or dirty hair. Lice are attracted to the warmth of the human scalp and feed on blood, regardless of hygiene. Getting lice is not a reflection of cleanliness or personal habits.
Q: Can my pets get head lice from my child?
No, human head lice cannot live on pets. Lice are species-specific, meaning human lice can only survive on human hosts. You do not need to treat your pets or worry about them spreading lice within your household.
Q: Is itching always a sign of head lice? We also offer lice removal services in Bala Cynwyd for nearby families.
Not always. Some people with lice experience little or no itching, especially during the first few weeks of an infestation. Itching is caused by an allergic reaction to lice saliva, and up to 50% of people with lice may not itch at all. Regular head checks are the most reliable way to detect lice.