Most people shudder at the thought of having lice, and it’s easy to understand why. While we hope that you never have to deal with lice, it’s important to know what you should and shouldn’t do if you end up with them. In today’s post, we’ll cover five things you should never do if you have lead lice.

If you have lice…

• Don’t Panic

  Most people shudder at the thought of having lice, and it’s easy to understand why. While we hope that you never have to deal with lice, it’s important to know what you should and shouldn’t do if you end up with them. In today’s post, we’ll cover five things you should never do if you have lead lice.

• Don’t Use Over-The-Counter Treatments

  Over-the-counter lice removal products are some of the most harmful and toxic products available on today’s market. Many of the chemicals have been linked to serious problems such as cancer, uncontrollable shaking, wheezing, seizures, and more. At Larger Than Lice, we use safe and effective natural lice treatments that eliminate lice without putting your health and well-being at risk. 

• Don’t Throw Away Hats and Clothing

  Many of our clients tell us that they threw away everything they wore when they had lice, and while we understand the sentiment, it’s completely unnecessary to throw away your hats and clothing after a lice infestation. Lice cannot live for more than 48 hours without a human host, but their eggs can remain viable for up to seven days. Instead of throwing out your clothing, gather everything that could be contaminated and place it into a double-lined trash bag. Wait seven days before removing your clothing, and then immediately wash everything with hot water and soap.

• Don’t Tear Your Home Apart 

  As we noted above, it’s completely unnecessary to tear your home apart in the days following a lice infestation. You should vacuum carpeted areas and furniture thoroughly, mop hard surfaces with soap and water, and take your pets to the vet for a checkup. You should know that it’s unlikely that lice will make their way back into your hair if they have fallen into the carpet, so you don’t need to spend an inordinate amount of time scrubbing every inch of your home.

• Don’t Wait

  Seeking out professional lice treatment as soon as possible is the best way to get back to normalcy as soon as you suspect that you have lice. Do-it-yourself lice removal kits are difficult for the average person to use, and a prolonged battle with lice is the last thing you want to deal with. Here at Larger Than Lice, we are committed to helping you get back to lice-free living as soon as possible!