Being in the head lice removal business for all these years has made me a wealth of information! One question that commonly gets asked is if African American people can get lice. This question is based on different hair texture as well as hairstyles (for example if a person has their hair braided). To answer your question, yes, anyone with hair can get head lice. That being said, having hair braided or pulled back DOES help keep lice away. Always remember, anyone with hair can get head lice! Call or text 978-907-3245 for help