Is Spotting Lice Harder Based on Hair Color? 

Lice infestations are a common nuisance, particularly among school-age children, but there’s a prevailing belief that spotting lice might be easier or harder depending on one’s hair color. Some argue that lice are more visible on lighter hair, while others claim the opposite. In this blog, we’ll examine the science behind this, and dispel any…

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Why Shaving Your Head Won’t Get Rid of Lice!

Why Shaving Your Head Won’t Get Rid of Head Lice Lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp and lay eggs. They are a nuisance, but they are not dangerous. Many people believe that shaving their head will get rid of lice, but this is not true. Lice can survive without a host for…

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Can 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…

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Can 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…

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Don’t Waste Your Pot of Gold on DIY Lice Treatments

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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…

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