Effective treatment for head lice
Head louse (Latin: Pediculus capitis) – a tiny parasite which has probably made life really unpleasant for every parent at some point. When your child starts to scratch their head, take notice. Lice usually cannot be eliminated without the use of special exterminating products. No need to worry though – treatment for head lice is designed to be as gentle to a child’s or adult’s hair and scalp as possible.
Head lice
A louse has a flat, brown body, is about 3 mm long and lives exclusively in human hair. It only takes a week at a children's camp or a single infected classmate and a child can easily catch pediculosis (lice infection). As soon as a louse gets into human hair, it can reproduce relatively quickly.
Head lice lay eggs, called nits, which stick to hair close to the scalp. Because the nits stick there so well, it is very difficult to get rid of them. The nits then hatch into lice larvae that feed on human blood and cause very unpleasant itching and stinging of the scalp.
Lice can also affect adults and don’t come only from children. A louse can lurk, for example, on a seat in public transport or on a deck chair at a swimming pool. So, even a very clean person can get infected.
Although lice do not transmit any diseases, the infestation is very unpleasant and can be easily passed on to another person. Scratches on the head caused by itching can also become infected and cause further problems. That’s why it’s important to get rid of the parasite as quickly and effectively as possible.
Choose the best treatment for head lice and nits
There is definitely no need to cut your hair short. The special treatment for head lice will work on long hair too.
Anti-lice comb
Thanks to fine, thick teeth, it can effectively remove most lice and nits from hair. The comb to combat lice and nits can be used as an accessory to suitable products. Comb your hair thoroughly before and after treatment to get rid of dead lice and nits completely.
Anti-lice spray
Simply spray on your head and the entire length of your hair – lice and nits will be eradicated. Next, wash your hair with a shampoo, and comb the dead parasites out with a comb. Some anti-lice sprays can eradicate lice and nits without the need of combing them out. There is also a preventative anti-lice spray which creates conditions on the head which are unfavourable for their further presence.
Anti-lice and anti-nits shampoo
Massage the shampoo against lice and nits into your scalp and hair from roots to ends. Leave to act for the time recommended by the manufacturer, and then rinse off. Comb the dead lice and nits out with a special comb. The treatment usually needs to be repeated regularly. For your young ones, get an head lice shampoo for children which is extra gentle on their soft skin.
Anti-lice serum
You can also try an anti-lice serum. This treatment for head lice will boost the effects of the shampoo, and efficiently soothe and hydrate your scalp and hair.
Electric anti-lice and anti-nits comb
This product destroys lice and nits with the use of very soft, electric impulses which are not perceptible to people but effectively kill parasites. It is a great choice if you have an oversensitive scalp or just want to avoid “chemicals”.
More tips on how to remove lice from hair permanently
- Repeat the treatment with a special product at least once a week – the larva takes 7 days to hatch from the nit. This way you will eradicate the lice that may have survived the first treatment.
- Even if just one member of your family has lice, don’t forget to check all household members’ hair thoroughly every day if possible.
- Remember to wash all bed linen, hats and clothes that could have come into contact with the lice.
Say goodbye to itching, stinging and scratching. Put your trust in specialised care and choose the most effective treatment for head lice and nits at Notino!