Vosene Kids Lice Repellent 3in1 Shampoo 250ml & Conditioning Defence Spray 150ml

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Many lice shampoos are available, each with slightly different methods. It is important that people familiarise themselves with their chosen product’s treatment process. Often, this will involve lathering the shampoo into the hair, leaving it on for several minutes, then rinsing. Wash items. Wash bedding, stuffed animals, clothing and hats with hot, soapy water — at least 130 F (54 C) — and dry them at high heat for at least 20 minutes. Once your child comes home with a confirmed case of head lice, take steps to prevent lice from spreading to other family members. If your kid gets head lice, know that you're far from alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that between six and 12 million children ages 3 to 11 get them in the U.S. each year. And those itchy little buggers can be quite the nuisance—not to mention highly contagious for everyone in your household. Having the right lice shampoo on hand will help your family weather an outbreak.

Comb wet hair. Use a fine-toothed or nit comb to physically remove the lice from wet hair. Repeat every 3 to 4 days for at least two weeks. This method may be used in combination with other treatments. It is usually recommended as the first line treatment for infants younger than 2 months. People with a history of skin allergies or other unusual reactions, especially to pesticides or to topical products, should speak to a doctor before using lice treatments. The egg produces a nymph, which has a greyish-white color and goes through three stages before becoming an adult. People will need to avoid washing their hair for 48 hours after lice treatment. This allows the medication to continue working. If you think or know you have lice, avoid sharing personal items, bedding, towels or clothing. Bathe and follow self-care measures, including washing items in hot water.You can do this by combing their hair with a special fine-toothed comb (detection comb). You can buy these online or at pharmacies. How to get rid of head lice Some OTC head lice treatments use pyrethrins as the active ingredient. Pyrethrins naturally occur in flowers of the Compositae (Asteraceae) family like chrysanthemums, also known as mums or chrysanths. If your child is allergic to these flowers, he or she may also be allergic to the head lice treatment that uses pyrethrins. Also take other measures to get rid of body lice. Wash clothing and bedding with hot, soapy water — at least 130 F (54 C) — and dry them at high heat for at least 20 minutes. Vacuum the floors and furniture. And seal unwashable items in an airtight bag for two weeks. Pubic lice

Write down questions to ask your health care provider. Your time with your provider is limited, so preparing a list of questions ahead of time will help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. Guidelines also suggest a person comb through the hair with a lice comb once a day for 2–3 weeks to make sure that the lice leave the scalp. RetreatmentIt is not enough to just treat the child and hope for the best. The child’s scalp should be free of lice and their eggs before they return to classes. Often, by the time you get a call from a school nurse, your child has had head lice for a while. Your whole family may need to be treated to prevent reinfestation. Wash combs and brushes. Use very hot, soapy water — at least 130 F (54 C) — or soak combs and brushes in rubbing alcohol for an hour. Parents may be reluctant to keep children home from school, particularly when if they have to go to work themselves. Users claim that this highly rated lice treatment is an effective alternative to more popular brands like NIX and RID. Though it may take a bit more time and diligence to completely eradicate head lice, it’s worth it to avoid potentially harmful pesticides.