Users questions

What is the best electronic lice comb?

Joe Ford

What is the best electronic lice comb?

  • Best Overall: Nit Free Terminator Lice Comb.
  • Best Budget: LiceMeister Head Lice & Nit Removal Comb.
  • Best Electric: V-Comb Electric Head Lice Comb.
  • Best for Fine Hair: Fairy Tales Terminator Nit-Free Comb.
  • Best for Thick Hair: OwnHealer Head Lice Comb Set.
  • Best for Kids: Nix 2-Sided Lice Comb.

Are flea and lice combs the same?

Although lice and fleas are not the same, they are about the same size and the comb used for removal of fleas from pets will also remove nits from human hair. Flea combs are less expensive than head lice combs are.

Does lemon juice kill lice eggs?

One of the most simplest remedies to get rid of head lice is the use of lemon juice. The acidic effect of lemon helps to kill lice and unglue nits from the head. For better result, you can use the mixture of lemon and garlic paste and apply it on your scalp. Then, cover your hair with shower cap for about 30 minutes.

Will coloring your hair kill lice?

They can live as long as 30 days on the scalp. They lay three to five white-colored eggs, called nits, a day. There have been no studies on hair dye’s ability to kill lice, but widespread anecdotal evidence suggests that it may eliminate them. However, hair dye doesn’t kill nits.

Where do head lice come from?

Where do head lice come from? Head lice do not come out of the air or from the ground. They are human parasites and have probably been here since the beginning of time. Desiccated (dried up) head lice and their eggs (nits) have been found on the hair and scalps of Egyptian mummies.

How does the first person get lice?

Head lice are transmitted from one host to another through close personal contact. For the most part, this means that a non-infested person would have to be in head-to-head contact with an infected person. Sharing combs, brushes, towels, hats and other personal items can hasten the spread of head lice.

How do I clean my house after lice?

Anything coming in contact with lice or an infested person 2 days before treatment should be cleaned. Machine-wash all clothing, linens, and personal items in water that is at least 130°F, then dry them in a hot dryer for at least 20 minutes. Allow time for the water to heat up between washings.