Posts Tagged ‘super lice’
Help! The Lice Are Back and They’re Even More Annoying This Time (Probably!)
So, Your Kid Has the Ultimate Party Favors… Again It’s that dreaded phone call or the casual, whispered conversation with another parent at school pick-up. “Lice are going around,” they say, like it’s a new brand of cookies. But you’ve been here before. You did the shampoos, the combing, the deep cleaning that made your…
Read MoreThe Truth About Prescription Lice Treatments: Efficacy, Side Effects, and Safer Alternatives
When parents discover a lice infestation, the first instinct is often to reach for the strongest treatment available. For many, that means prescription lice medications. While these products are sometimes recommended by doctors, research shows they often have a high failure rate, can come with unpleasant side effects, and may not be the safest option…
Read MoreHow does heated air treatment work to kill lice and nits?
Heated air treatment, used by professional lice removal services, kills lice and nits through a process of desiccation (dehydration). Lice and their eggs are highly dependent on the moisture and humidity of the scalp to survive. The heated air effectively removes this moisture, causing the lice to dry out and die. How the process works
Read More🦠 What Are Super Lice? Everything Parents Need to Know
If you’ve heard the term “super lice” in recent years, you’re not alone. These pesky bugs sound like something out of a comic book—but they’re very real, and they’re one of the main reasons parents struggle to get rid of lice with over-the-counter treatments. 🐜 What Exactly Are Super Lice? Super lice are not a…
Read More📚 School Lice Rules 2025: What Parents Need to Know
If you’re a parent, chances are you’ve thought about lice—especially if your child is in elementary school. Head lice are incredibly common, and for many years, school lice policies have caused confusion and anxiety for families. So what exactly are the rules around lice in schools? Let’s break it down—clearly, simply, and with professional insight…
Read MoreWhat Smells Repel Head Lice Naturally?
Head lice are a common problem, especially among school-aged children. Despite popular belief, lice don’t target people with poor hygiene. In fact, lice often prefer clean hair. Understanding what attracts lice—and more importantly, what repels them—can help you prevent an infestation before it starts. Do Lice Prefer Clean or Dirty Hair? It might sound surprising,…
Read More🎒✨ Back to School = Back to Lice? Not This Year! ✨🎒Protect Your Kids with These Lice-Fighting Tips
🚫 LICE DON’T JUMP. They spread through head-to-head contact—not hats or backpacks! 👧🏽👦🏼 Prevent with Smart Hairstyles: ✔️ Ponytails✔️ Braids✔️ Buns✔️ Pigtails 🌿 Spritz & Go! Use NitBlock Lice Spritz daily to naturally repel lice — safe, gentle, and effective! 🧐 Weekly Head Checks help catch lice early. 💡 Lice Still Found a Way In?…
Read More🧼 5 Smart Tips to Prevent Head Lice This School Year
As families gear up for another school year, it’s important to prepare not just for homework and sports—but for head lice prevention too. While head lice aren’t dangerous, they are incredibly contagious and can be a major disruption at home and school. What’s even more surprising? Children with head lice are no longer sent home…
Read MoreWhat Parents Need to Know: AAP’s Updated Policy on Head Lice in Public Schools
If you’re a parent of a school-aged child, chances are you’ve dealt with—or feared—a lice letter coming home. But did you know that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidance on how schools handle head lice? That’s right—students with head lice are no longer required to be sent home from public school,…
Read MorePreventing Head Lice in School
How to Prevent Head Lice During the School Year: Practical Tips for Parents As kids head back to school, many parents worry about the return of an unwelcome visitor: head lice. These tiny pests are a common concern during the academic year, especially for families with young children. But with the right knowledge and preventive…
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