7 Facts about Head Lice that Will Make You Feel a Little Itchy

Let’s start with a little history.

The first lice nit was discovered in 8000 BC. That’s around 10,000 years ago. So you may safely assume that even your ancestors were, at one point, annoyed that they just couldn’t get rid of lice.

Whether you’re a child or an adult, lice can still infect you. Lice are not an indicator of poor hygiene. In fact, lice actually thrive in clean hair as well, so there’s really not much you can do. But you can educate yourself on lice so you can take care of yourself later.

Here are some facts on lice you may not know.

1. According to a report by the American Academy of Pediatrics, lice can camouflage their eggs with your natural hair color to match the pigment.
2. Lice do not fly or hop. Lice have claws at the end of their legs and can move at an average 9.5 cm each minute and usually spread from hair-to-hair contact.
3. Lice do not just infect your hair. In left untreated, lice can also end up nesting in your eyelashes and eyebrows.
4. You aren’t itchy from the lice themselves. Your hair itches because the lice bites trigger an allergic
5. Lice can also survive underwater for some hours. So only washing your hair if you have lice will not solve the problem.
6. Over-the-counter products often end up damaging your hair as well. The glue with which the eggs are attached to the hair is made of the same materials as human hair. So the treatment affects your locks as well.
7. In addition, lice have become a lot smarter over the years. Lice are no longer affected by medical treatments and have become a lot more resistant, even to stronger chemicals.

Finding a Solution to Your Lice Problem!

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We offer quick and easy lice removal treatments using natural and safe ingredients so there’s no worry about any allergies or infections.

We also offer in-home treatments, home inspection and cleaning services and screenings for schools and camps as well.Visit our website to learn about lice and the best and fastest way to get rid ofthem.