Nixing the Nits: DIY Tips You Need to Know

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For some, ridding your scalp of head lice is more than a simple annoyance. Perhaps you have experienced this infestation previously and have your own methods to get rid of the little monsters, but those methods may be outdated. You cannot simply remove them yourself. In fact, today’s lice will require the touch of a professional lice remover, like those at Lice Lifters.

Teach Good Habits

In an effort to reduce the chances of your child contracting head lice from another student while at school, you should start teaching them good hygiene habits early. Some such habits include:

  • Using combs and brushes, but never sharing them with other people.
  • Never share towels with another individual.
  • Wash bedding regularly.
  • Teach your child not to share any item that may come into contact with their head.

DIY Prevention Tips

For the most part, removing head lice is an extremely difficult task that requires more than simple over-the-counter methods to do anything. The best option is to simply prevent contracting head lice in the first place.
To do this, avoid using shared spaces –such as lockers or clothes hooks- whenever possible. These are breeding grounds for head lice. Have your child remove their items from cubbies at school, and wash everything thoroughly afterward.
If these prevention tips do not work, however, and you still find your scalp crawling with lice, make an appointment with our offices today.
If you require further tips, advice, or treatment options, call Lice Lifters today for an appointment at 972-805-1308. Our welcoming customer representatives would be more than happy to help with your problem today.

Head Lice Treatment: Should You Keep Your Child’s Hair Short?

Lice Treatment Mansfield, TXWhether your child has had head lice in the past, or you’re currently dealing with this pesky problem, you’re likely wondering about preventative measures for the future.

Naturally, many parents may decide that simply cutting their child’s hair will do the trick instead of professionally treating lice – after all, the shorter the hair, the less likely he or she will be to contract lice, right?

Well, not necessarily.

To Cut or Not to Cut, that is The Question

We get it – cutting your child’s hair may seem like an easy fix to eradicating lice. But, the truth is, head lice can live in hair that’s as short as 2 millimeters long! Hair length just doesn’t have a whole lot to do with contracting these troublesome little insects.

Aside from shaving your child’s head completely, cutting a few inches of hair isn’t a great lice-ridding solution. (Not to mention, this could just make your child feel worse.)

So, what does work?

Effective Preventative Measures

Rather than focusing on the length of your child’s hair, here are some tried-and-true preventative methods to keeping head lice at bay before thinking about getting treated at a lice clinic:

  • Instruct your kiddos to NEVER share combs, brushes, headphones, hair accessories, or any other items that may touch their heads.
  • Carefully check your child’s hair at least once a week for potential signs of lice. (The earlier you catch these critters in the act, the easier they’ll be to treat!)
  • Put tea tree oil in your shampoo. Lice can’t stand the stuff!
  • Thoroughly clean and sterilize any objects that your child regularly uses.

Never Fear, Lice Lifters is Here!

Do you or your family live in the DFW area, and need head lice treatment ASAP? Give us a call! Our Frisco location can be reached at 972-805-1308. We’re happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have.

What You Need to Know About Lice Treatment Ingredients

Lice Treatment IngredientsSummer time is a time to get together with family and friends, enjoy the day and each other’s company. It can also be a popular time for head lice in Dallas. Before you run out and grab that bargain over the counter treatment from the corner store, let’s look at what you need to know about lice treatment ingredients.

Over the Counter Treatments Aren’t Always Successful

Many over the counter treatments contain chemicals and ingredient that can irritate the scalp of your child and even potentially cause other health issues. Not only that, they aren’t always successful in eradicating both head lice and nits to free your child of these pests. Many of our Dallas clients attempt an at-home treatment only to have a negative experience before coming to Lice Lifters to fully address the outbreak.

Side Effects of Chemical Treatments

Treatments for head lice are generally considered safe and when used as directed. Some over-the-counter treatments can cause itching or mild burning caused by inflammation of the skin on the scalp in reaction to the ingredients in the treatment. Most products used to treat head lice are pesticides that can be absorbed through the skin.

Things to think about when considering a pesticide lice treatment also include if the person has asthma, if there are scratches or broken skin in the area that will be treated, if there are medications being taken that could interact negatively with the pesticides. Each of these circumstances could react negatively with an OTC treatment.

What Works

Lice Lifters worked with chemists to engineer an all-natural killing agent that blocks the airways of head lice and puts an end to live lice activity in 10 minutes or less. Our treatments are kind and safe for you and your family and they won’t have that harsh chemical smell that comes with other treatments.

Call Lice Lifters Today

If you live in the Dallas area and someone in your home is dealing with head lice, give our experienced Lice Lifticians at our Frisco location at 972-805-1308 to answer any questions. We’ll be happy to answer whatever questions you may have.

Get Rid of The Nits: Removal Guide

Lice Treatment Allen, TXLice Lifters places a high priority on educating DFW families on how to deal with head lice. We know you and your children have busy lives, and we make it our priority to get you back on track as soon as possible. Don’t make the mistake of thinking a specialized shampoo is all you need in order to eradicate head lice and nits.

In this article, we’ll look at the best ways to free your hair of nits.

What is a Nit?

The nit is the unhatched egg form of head lice. The nit is usually glued to the hair near the scalp. Nits are not addressed by many common lice removal treatments. So, it’s important to know the best way to remove them.

How to Remove Nits

If you’re going to try and remove the nits in your home, make sure you have an area prepared with plenty of light.

  • Have a towel handy – Put the towel around the shoulders of the person needing the nits removed, so that it will catch hair and nits that let loose during the process.
  • Use a nit comb – These metal, fine-toothed combs are specially designed to help free hair of nits.
  • Be patient – If using the comp, go carefully through each section of hair, to make sure no nits are missed.
  • Wash your hair with a lice deterring shampoo like our mint-scented product. Mint naturally repels head lice.
  • Make sure to clean your materials well after use.

How Lice Lifters Can Help

Lice Lifters knows how important it is to take care of head lice as quickly and thoroughly as possible. If your family is dealing with head lice, give us a call at 972-805-1308. We can answer whatever questions you may have. We have a variety of services available from take home kits to services our experienced personnel carry out on-site.

Top Tips for Head Lice Removal

Head Lice Removal TipsIf you have children going to DFW area school,s we’re sure you’re all too familiar with the problem that head lice can cause. At Lice Lifters we pride ourselves on offering a professional, thorough, and pleasant experience for the removal of head lice.

Attacking Lice at All Life Stages

Look into using a solution treatment that will kill lice at every life stage. This will not only take care of the itchy scalp that accompanies the presence of lead lice, but you won’t have to worry about missing any lice that can be overlooking with other methods.

Use a Nit Comp and Approved Mousse/Shampoo

The most common method of head lice removal is a nit mousse or shampoo accompanied by the careful combing through of hair with a nit comb. This comb is specially designed to make it easy to use and to lift nits directly off hair strands. Use our mint-scented mousse to naturally repel head lice.

Use a Detangler Spray for Long Hair

If you or your child has long hair, head lice can be even more intimidating. Look for a mint-scented detangler spray that will make the process of removing head lice much easier and deter head lice from returning.

Use the Help of a Trusted Local Company

Lice Lifters uses an all-natural, non-toxic, pesticide-free treatment to eradicate head lice and get you and your family up and running in no time.

If you live in the DFW area and your child is dealing with head lice, give our experienced professionals a call at 972-805-1308 today. We’ll be happy to answer whatever questions you may have regarding our products and services.

NO ITCH, NO LICE: FACT OR FICTION?

Often, the telltale sign that a child has contracted lice is vigorous head-scratching. It’s no wonder that infected kids itch like crazy – head lice bites can be very irritating to the scalp. Should you or your child experience this kind of discomfort, it’s a sign that head lice have taken up residence and multiplied, and it’s best to seek professional treatment immediately before the problem spreads or worsens.

But what if just one of your children is itchy, while the rest of the family seems fine? Or, your school has experienced a lice outbreak, but your children are showing no signs of scratching? While your first instinct may be to heave a sigh of relief that you’ve beat the odds, you’d be wise to proceed with caution.
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The fact is that while many people do experience pronounced itchiness and discomfort when infected with lice, others seem relatively unbothered by the presence of these parasites. Some people’s skin is simply more sensitive to lice bites, just as skin irritants like mosquito bites or certain cosmetics can cause varying reactions in individuals.

What’s more, the life cycle of lice play into symptoms and their emergence. A louse has three life stages – egg, nymph, and adult. Once a female louse lays its eggs, or nits, it can take more than a week for them to hatch. The nymph is an immature insect that takes a week to reach adulthood. Once mature, an adult louse can live up to 30 days on a human head with regular feedings of blood – yuck!

All that said – and gross out factor aside – a child can be completely symptom-free for the first week or so of infection. It can be difficult for the untrained eye to even see tiny nits attached to the hair shaft. By the time itching starts, lice are firmly established and reproducing rapidly. 

The earlier you can detect infection and start lice elimination treatment, the faster and more easily the issue can be remedied. If you’re facing risk factors such as an infected family member, friend, or classmate, don’t rely on scratching and itching for diagnosis. Carefully check the roots of your child’s hair for nits and lice, and if you’re uncertain give Lice Lifters DFW a call. A professional head check can give you the peace of mind you need, and if treatment is needed, our natural and nontoxic protocol is 100% safe for your family. At Lice Lifters DFW, we’re here to help – call 972-805-1308 or contact infodfw@licelifters.com.

MYTH BUSTERS: LICE LIFTERS EDITION

Part of our mission at Lice Lifters is to make a difference by spreading the truth about lice, how we get them, and how to get rid of them. Nevertheless, myths abound in popular culture, and well-intentioned parents find themselves bombarded with falsehoods on a regular basis. Today, let’s take a look at some of the most common myths surrounding lice and dispel them once and for all.

Lice Myth

MYTH #1: Lice prefer dirty hair.

Not true! These creatures are equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of shampooing frequency. In fact, lice may be more likely to infect clean hair because it is easier to attach to a squeaky-clean hair shaft, even more reason to visit a lice treatment clinic.

MYTH #2: Lice can inest your home.

False! Lice can only live away from a human host for 24-36 hours – they can’t even live on your pets. The eggs, or nits, cannot survive if not attached to a hair shaft. That said, excessive cleaning measures in the home are simply not necessary. A good vacuuming and hot tumble in the dryer for any bedding or stuffed animals should be sufficient.

MYTH #3: Lice like long hair.

Sure, lice like long hair – and short hair as well! Bottom line: boys or girls with short hair are not protected from lice any more than those with long tresses. Even kids with buzz cuts can get lice! If there’s an outbreak in your area, check long- and short-haired family members with equal scrutiny to see if you need lice removal services.

MYTH #4: If I’m not itchy, I can’t have lice.

Wrong! Only about half of people who carry lice experience stereotypical head scratching. It is lice bites more than the lice themselves that cause itching, and it can take 3 to 4 weeks for the bites to become an issue. If one family member is diagnosed with lice infection, have everyone checked regardless of symptoms – mom and dad, too!

If you suspect a lice outbreak in your family, the best thing you can do to prevent spread is to start treatment immediately. Using a professional service like Lice Lifters is the easiest way to eradicate the problem before it spirals out of control. We offer head checks for the entire family and apply the cost of the check toward our guaranteed treatment. Plus, you’ll love that our highly effective protocol is safe, natural, and nontoxic. Should your family be the target of these persistent parasites, please get in touch with the Lice Lifters team – call 972-805-1308 or contact infodfw@licelifters.com.

OUR BEST ANTI-LICE TIPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS & BEYOND

Season’s Greetings from the Lice Lifters DFW Team

As I reflect back on our first year here at Lice Lifters DFW, I’m thankful for so much – with our wonderful customers topping the list. Without their support, we could not have met with such success, and it has been a pleasure providing a valuable service to the DFW community. To any customers who are reading, thank you from the bottom of my heart!

As a small token of my appreciation, I’d like to share my own, personal, all-time favorite tips for keeping lice at bay. Some of them are well known, and others not, but all are great tips for preventing lice infestation in your family. Without further ado, here they are:

  • The Lice Lifters Mint Detangling Spray: This amazing product not only detangles hair like a dream, but deters lice as well. Its effectiveness comes from the divine smell of mint – heavenly to us, but detestable to lice. Pick some up in our shop today, and use this as a preventative measure with your family.
  • Never share combs and brushes with friends: Don’t do it. Period. End of story.
  • Skip selfies with friends: This seemingly harmless practice breaks the number one rule of avoiding lice infestation – avoiding close head-to-head contact. Lice can’t survive for long without a human host, so giving them direct passage from one head to another is the most surefire way to catch creepy crawlies from unsuspecting friends.
  • Pony up. If you have long hair, pull it up into a single ponytail. Containing hair makes it harder for lice to take hold.
  • Y.O.P. (Bring Your Own Pillow): Avoid sharing pillows at sleepovers. While lice can’t live long on inanimate objects, it’s better to not take chances. When kids stay over with friends, pack a pillow.

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Thanks again to everyone out there who has helped us get off to a great start at Lice Lifters DFW. We’re proud to offer safe, natural, non-toxic head lice treatment. Should unwelcome guests (ahem) arrive over the holiday break, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – call 972-805-1308 or contact me at infodfw@licelifters.com.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, OR FESTIVAL OF LICE?

The Truth About Lice During Winter and the Holidays

As temperatures drop, we generally see a drop in insects and other pests. Sadly, this does not apply to head lice populations, and you might even notice more infestations in your community. For one, all of those cozy hats, scarves, coats, and other wintertime accessories we love to wear make it that much easier to spread the nasty critters. We also tend to spend more time indoors and in closer quarters, and all that togetherness means we’re sharing more than holiday cheer – we’re sharing nits and head lice as well.

While the odds of your kids coming home with unwelcome, six-legged guests may be heightened during the holidays, there’s no need to despair. By following a few simple tips, you can reduce your family’s risk of head lice infection so you may not have to visit a lice treatment center.

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  1. Avoid coat racks: While head lice can’t fly or jump, they do crawl, and a crowded coat rack at school allows them the opportunity to migrate. Head lice can’t live long without a human host, but they might just survive long enough to hitch a ride home with your child! If possible, have your kids hang coats and other winter wear on the backs of their chairs at school.
  2. No sharing: This rule applies year-round, but winter hats, earmuffs, and scarves provide additional temptation to swap gear. Let your kids know that this is not the time to practice sharing!
  3. Check heads regularly: Especially if you’re aware of frequent outbreaks in your area, consider checking your family’s heads regularly for head lice and nits. It’s always easier to treat an infection sooner rather than later, and before the lice have spread to all family members.

Should your best efforts fail, and you find your family in the midst of a lice outbreak, early lice treatment is your best defense for eliminating the pests once and for all. There’s no need to let head lice spoil your holiday season when swift treatment is available. At Lice Lifters DFW, we offer head checks for the entire family, and fees for this service are waived when a treatment plan is pursued. We feel good about our natural, non-toxic head lice treatment, and guarantee results. For more information, get in touch with us at Lice Lifters DFW – call 972-805-1308 or contact me at infodfw@licelifters.com.

BACK TO SCHOOL…NOT BACK TO LICE!

It’s the start of a new school year! Time for freshly sharpened pencils, a crispness in the air, learning and growing, and creepy crawly infestations. Yes, you read that last bit correctly. Fall is when we see a spike in head lice incidence. Students are ideal prey for head lice – youngsters cluster in close quarters and tend to have fine hair that makes it easier for lice to attach.

It’s also a fact that chemical lice treatments are becoming ineffective. According to a new study, head lice in 25 or more states have developed resistance to over-the-counter remedies – even those widely recommended by physicians and schools. The good news is that there are measures families can take to reduce the likelihood of bringing home these despicable creatures. Take a look at our top 6 simple tips for avoiding nits and lice this school year.

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  1. Style with a purpose. A styling product like The Nit Nanny Mint Detangler Spray gives a one-two punch – it makes combing out hair a breeze as it deters lice. Plus, it’s non-toxic and safe for the whole family. Made with all natural ingredients, it can be used on wet or dry hair as a preventative measure to help repel lice. As a added bonus, its fresh scent is highly offensive to lice but heavenly to humans.
  1. Rock a fresh hairstyle. With boys, this is as simple as keeping hair short. For girls with longer hair, explore the many fashionable possibilities for wearing hair up – from a simple ponytail to elaborate buns and braids, a contained hairstyle is more difficult for lice to penetrate than a loose mane.
  1. Y.O.H. (Bring Your Own Headphones). If your child regularly visits a technology lab at school where public headphones are worn, it’s wise to send along earbuds for personal use.
  1. Avoid Performance Anxiety. We’re talking about shared use of wigs, hats, costumes, and brushes during school plays and other events. If your child is involved in these kinds of activities, encourage implementation of some basic anti-lice policies. A regular head check of kids involved in the production is a start. Using professional grade disinfectants on shared hair implements or having each child use their own styling supplies can help, too.
  1. Safety First…Equipment, That Is. Shared helmets, especially those that see frequent use in P.E. classes, can spread lice in rapid order. If your child is involved in a sport, you can purchase your own, high-quality safety gear if you’re concerned. At the same time, make sure your kids know that a case of head lice pales in comparison to the lifelong consequences of a serious head injury. It should always be top priority to protect your noggin, regardless of lice infection.
  1. Starry Nights. Whether it’s a night at home with the besties, a cheer squad sleepover, or an overnight band trip, individual sleeping bags are a better bet than shared bedding and pillows. Encouraging kids to sleep in a star pattern with feet touching and heads radiating out can also make a difference in preventing spread of lice – tell them it’s so no one has to sleep on the end and feel left out. 
  1. It’s All About Accessorizing. Hats, hair bands, and scarves…the list of possibly contaminated items goes on. Ask your kids to keep their stylish extras to themselves. In addition, hanging a jacket on the back of a chair rather than in a crowded coat rack area is smart thinking.

If preventative measures fail and you find your family in the midst of a head lice outbreak, never fear. At Lice Lifters DFW, we’ll not only help you eliminate head lice, but we’ll do it using a non-toxic and all-natural treatment protocol. After school and evening appointments are available. Questions? Contact us anytime at 972-805-1308 or at infodfw@licelifters.com.