Most people think of head lice as a nuisance rather than a disease. It is true that the bite from these tiny insects usually causes simple itching and redness of the scalp. However, recent studies suggest that the adult head louse can carry several diseases, including trench fever. Also, contrary to popular belief, head lice are not limited to “dirty” people who do not bathe or shower; anyone can get head lice, and most children will be exposed to them at some point in school or other institutional settings. It only takes one or two adult lice to infest a human head and create hundreds of eggs within a week.

It is obvious that head lice should be attacked aggressively, but harsh chemical treatments may not be the best way to go about this. Research suggests that some lice are becoming resistant to pesticide-based treatments, and this can lead to varieties that are much more difficult to treat. The best lice treatment involves all-natural ingredients that will not trigger the genetic mutations that make lice pesticide-resistant, and are safe for everyone, even small children, to use.

A lice treatment always involves three phases: adult extermination, nit removal, and environmental treatment. Whether these phases are done with pesticides or other remedies, all phases must be addressed for successful treatment to occur.

First, lice treatments must kill the adults. Pesticide-based treatments, such as those using malathion or lindane, are very strong and quickly kill adult lice, but often have little to no effect on the eggs. Further, any lice that are not on the head when the treatment is applied may soon reinfest the host from the environment.

Treatment for Lice

A lice treatment for adults often utilizes these harsh chemicals. Even adults who are reluctant to use them on their children will often use them on themselves. While adults are generally more resistant to poisons, it is a better plan to simply use a natural treatment that utilizes all plant-based, natural ingredients, such as that offered by Head Lice Doctor. An all-natural treatment will kill adult lice and keep them from reproducing.

The next step in a successful lice treatment is removing the eggs, or nits. These are visible as tiny, whitish clusters securely attached to the base of the hair shaft. They will hatch in a week to ten days, so it is very important to monitor the condition of the head and remove as many nits as possible. A preventative oil will help make nit removal easier.

Finally, lice treatments should involve treatment of the living area and any places the person spends time. If your child contracted head lice at school, it is very important for you to ensure that the classroom is lice- and nit-free to avoid reinfestation. Bedrooms and living rooms should be vacuumed thoroughly, and all bedding, headgear, and other shared items sterilized or washed in hot water.
Try a natural louse treatment to help you conquer this pervasive problem.