Head lice in hair

"Your telephone support has been excellent! The Lice Free Naturally Conditioner is wonderful and I'd recommend it to everyone, and the comb is a great timesaver".
Debbie Heggs, Parent, Aberglassen NSW

Answers to commonly asked questions about head lice

• There is a growing body of evidence to suggest that the three pesticides found in head lice treatments don't work as effectively as they used to. This seems to be because the head lice have developed resistance to active ingredients used in many pesticide-based products.

• Don't assume that if you can't see them they're not there - even when you look thoroughly!
• The best way to check for head lice is using a plain white conditioner and the Nitpicker^TM head lice comb. The conditioner will stun any lice, making them easier to remove.
• Apply the conditioner liberally, then run a wide-toothed comb through the hair first to remove tangles and to evenly spread the lotion. Work in sections, by dividing hair into sections no wider that the comb for thick hair, and half the section again for thinner hair. This is to ensure optimum effectiveness of the comb. Now comb through each section carefully and wiping lotion onto a tissue. Check tissue for eggs and lice.
• Regular conditioner does not kill head lice - it stuns them long enough for you to remove them. Ensure all tissues are placed in a plastic bag and straight into the bin!
• Do this check once a week if there are head lice around. Once it becomes routine you'll find it doesn't take long and older children can do it themselves in the shower.

• Don't Panic!
• Inform your child's teacher and friends.
• Follow the instructions on the Treatment Page

• Tie back long hair - plaits and buns are the best.
• Check regularly for head lice Nj don't rely on your child scratching as evidence that he/she has head lice BECAUSE SOME CHILDREN DON'T ITCH!
• Use the Nitpicker^TM comb and a plain conditioner every 7 days to check hair if head lice are around.

• No! Research has shown that headlice will not stray from food sources. There is NO NEED TO TREAT BEDDING OR HATS. The only way that headlice spread is from very close contact of human hair. The times that this can occur is during play or if children are sharing a bed (i.e. sleep-overs etc)
• More good news - there is no need to vacuum the house.
• Just follow the procedure outlined on the treatment page for effective, non-chemical treatment.

• Go to our Products Page

• Please call us to learn more. Management of head lice in schools is a critical aspect of reducing the incidence of head lice in our communities. We have had great success in many schools.

• Scientific studies have proven that the only way you can get head lice is from direct hair-to-hair contact with someone who has them. They can't be caught from sharing hats, from animals, out of trees, nor from carpets or pillows etc. They move VERY QUICKLY from one head to another and have a biological need to move to another head once they reach adult size.

• Good question! We are frequently asked this and we would love to see some research done in this area.

• Research has shown that headlice have the capability to develop resistance to chemical treatment. This means that any louse or eggs that survive the treatment are likely to have developed a resistance. Our studies have not shown any tendency for headlice to develop any form of resistance to the natural ingredients used in Lice Free Naturally products.
• It is VITAL that regardless of the treatment method you use, that it is done correctly. The Lice Free Naturally treatment method WILL get rid of headlice in your family, but affected heads must be treated following the directions. Remember, we offer free phone support if you encounter any difficulties.

• We suggest you visit the Nitpickers website. There is lots of good information there.