Can You Be Immune To Head Lice?

Head lice have been a problem to the human race as far as we can remember. Most people have experienced the frustrations of tiny six-footed critters crawling all over their heads. However, like any other problem or ailment, there are a few exceptions.

So what makes these people so special as to evade lice altogether? And if you haven’t had lice yet, are you one of those lucky few, or a part of a larger, itchier population?

Riddled With A Louse-y Dilemma

First off, understand why people get lice:

• The primary cause is a simple, unfortunate head-to-head contact. Since lice cannot jump or fly, only a direct encounter with someone’s hair will put you within the reach of the critters.
• Lice can fall out of hair on commonly used items such as bedding, pillows, towels, clothing, hair accessories, etc. Though lice cannot survive long without the host (human scalp and hair), these critters survive long enoughto latch on to an unsuspecting person who uses lice-infested items.

There are a few reasons why some people are more susceptible to lice infestations. And no, it has nothing to do with the kind of hair they have…

They are more sociable

We’ve established the fact that the leading cause of head lice infestations in direct head-to-head contact. People who are generally more socially active, and hang around groups and places are more likely to come across people with head lice.

An active social life comes with the increased risk of lice infestations, as the usual meet-and-greet with family and friends does involve more hugs and gossips—giving other people’s lice perfect chances to spread to your hair.

They hang around children often

Kids are more prone to head lice, girls more so than boys. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, over 6 million children in the U.S. get head lice, the primary places of encounter being schools and camps.

Naturally, parents, teachers and other adults who spend time within close vicinity of children are more susceptible to lice infestations.

To sum it up, the reason why some people do not get lice is due to pure luck. Lice happen by chance, no one is to blame, no one should lay blame…and no one is immune.

That being said, a lice infestation is not forever; get moving for pesticide free lice treatment when you want your lice to go away without fuss. Natural lice removal services steer clear of toxic lice chemicals, and use only safe hair products and nit combs.

It’s what Lice Busters Plantation excels at. We offer safe and efficient lice treatments. Come visit us at our family-friendly lice centers, or call us at 800-403-5423 for our in-home professional lice removal services.