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Only if your head freezes, too. The best treatment for head lice:
1. Buy a commercial shampoo designed especially for that purpose. That's not so hard. There are several brands available at Walgreens and CVS. A double treatment runs around $15 - $25. Don't go with the cheapest one and don't be stingy in the application.
2. Apply the shampoo - as directed - to EVERYONE in the household.
3. COMB the hair (on every head) with a FINE toothed comb, under a bright light and magnifying glass. (really. Do this or the little critters will get away from you). As you comb, frequently dip the comb into a glass of alcohol and swish it around to clean it.
4. RINSE, RINSE, RINSE the hair.
5. Go back to the bright light and magnifier and check for any lice or nits that you might have missed. DO NOT GIVE UP until you are SURE the hair is clean.
Recent articles have said that it is not necessary to do the whole house extermination and throw away the bed clothes and couch, etc. They are called HEAD lice for a reason. Having just dealt with a severe infestation in a home where I did charity visits, I tend to agree with that. IF you get all the lice AND nits out of the hair and kill them in the alcohol, then immediately wash clothing that you and the lice carrier are wearing you should be just fine. Good Luck!
What else can I help you with?
What temperature will head lice not live in?
very hot weather, or water. Take a shower in hot water, not cold.
Does Clorox kill head lice?
You should never use Clorox on a person to kill head lice. If you are asking about laundering items and killing lice that may be attached to clothing, sheets, etc., the recommendation is to wash/dry them as hot as possible. Head lice are very sensitive to heat and will not be able to survive long periods in hot environments. Most recommendations are to achieve temperatures of 130F and above.
Can lice live in your leg hair?
Yes. Lice can live on pillows, blankets, Teddy bears lol, cloths, etc. To get rid of these lice problems, get to the source (your head) and after that is accomplish; wash your belongings (if some can) put in washer to hot water and extra hot air for drying time. Lice is very spread rapidly so if you have lice in your home and head, hurry and get them out! They can even be in sofa (like the eggs).
Why is it important to wash bed linen in hot soapy water when there has been an outbreak of head lice in a home?
Washing bed linens in hot soapy water following an outbreak of head lice is very important because of the fact that lice can live outside of hair for several days and eggs can remain viable for up to a month. These lice and eggs need to be killed in order to prevent a reinfestation. Hot soapy water is effective at killing them.
In what temperatures do anaconda snakes live in?
They live in hot temperatures.
Does bleach kill head lice on laundry?
No, bleach is not effective in killing head lice on laundry. To kill head lice on bedding and clothing, it is recommended to wash them in hot water (at least 130°F or 54°C) and dry them on high heat for at least 20 minutes.
Can lice live in a shower?
Yes, lice will survive water including the washing machine. A hot dryer for 20 minutes on super high heat for anything material (pillows, blankets and stuffed animals) will kill any nits or bugs on them.
How did they stop head lice in world war 1?
probably using medication or hot water
How do lice appear on bedding?
They are small, about the size of a sesame seed. They are not likely to live off of the head but they can. If you have head lice then you need to wash the bedding in hot water and dry the stuff on high for at least 30 minutes. You also need to vacuum the mattresses well. Then you are done! For more information check out our website at: thelicesolutionllc.com.
Can soaking your head in ice water kill lice?
no the best way is you go to the pharmasist and ask them for the strongest shampoo to get rid of lice it should be from the brand "life" it comes wit 2 nit combs use it 4 times daily for 2 weeksyou need 2 bottles of it each one is 20$ it works it for pubic lice and head lice and their nits
What type of temperatures do zebra's live in?
Zebras live in hot climates and temperatures where they can dip in the cool water or drink it.
How do you get head lice out of bed linen?
Head lice needs to be starved. You can bag it tightly and leave it for two weeks, and then wash it in HOT water. Everything pillows, teddy bears, blankets........ can be bagged and left. Do not open it. Let the lice die, and then begin the cleaning process. Good luck!
