How to Protect your Family from Head Lice
Lice are tiny insects that live on human scalps and feed on human blood. They are a common problem in children and can be spread easily from one person to another. Lice are small insects that live on the scalps of humans. They are a nuisance and can be hard to get rid of. If…
Read MoreHow to Clean up After Head Lice
How to Clean up After Head Lice? You know how annoying and itchy head lice can be if you’ve ever had them. But getting rid of them is only half the battle. You also have to clean up your house to ensure the lice are gone. What works and what doesn’t There are a few…
Read MoreTalking To Other Parents About Head Lice
Head lice is always an uncomfortable topic to discuss, especially amongst adults. When it comes to neighborhood gatherings, PTA meetings, or lunch with the girls, the last thing anyone wants is to bring up uncomfortable topics. Head lice is one of those topics though that seems to wedge its way into conversation at the most…
Read MoreCan African Americans Get Head Lice?
Can African Americans Get Head Lice? It has long been a myth that African Americans and those with similar hair textures can not get head lice. Unfortunately, this isn’t true. Those with natural hair can still get head lice the same as any other hair type. Let’s talk more about how African Americans can get…
Read MoreCleaning Your Child’s Bedroom After Head Lice
Cleaning Your Child’s Bedroom After Head Lice When you find out someone if your household has head lice it can be an overwhelming experience. Not only do you have to figure out how to treat the infestation but clean up after it. Knowing your children have had head lice can cause a whole new variety…
Read MoreCan Head Lice Make You Sick?
Can Head Lice Make You Sick? Head lice are concern enough without having to worry about getting sick. Many have heard horror stories of those with head lice contracting infections and falling ill. The truth is head lice do not carry disease. Head lice cannot make you sick, but there is another way you can…
Read MoreDoes Peppermint Oil Kill or Prevent Lice?
In most homes where lice have dominated, people want to know what can kill or prevent the lice from infesting their area. Unfortunately, killing lice can be challenging despite employing chemical and mechanical technologies. However, Peppermint oil can be a great deal in preventing a lice infestation. Can Peppermint Oil Prevent Lice? Peppermint oil is…
Read MoreDo Hair Straighteners Kill Lice?
Do Hair Straighteners Kill Lice? There are lots of ideas on the internet on how to get rid of head lice at home. From mayonnaise hair masks to kerosene shampoo most of them don’t live up to the hype. We know that heat can be used to treat head lice but can you use a…
Read MoreDon’t Waste Your Pot of Gold on DIY Lice Treatments
It’s the time of year for leprechauns, rainbows, and pots of gold! We’re all excited to hunt for our pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, but make sure you spend it wisely. Don’t waste your pot of gold on head lice treatments that don’t work like over the counter and DIY lice…
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Leave Lice Untreated?
Most of us can’t imagine having lice any longer than it takes to treat, but we’ve all heard horror stories about untreated head lice. Leaving head lice untreated can have some serious consequences. Untreated Head Lice Health Implications Not treating head lice promptly can have many side effects beyond the itching. Lice survive by feeding…
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