Though Lice Cases Have Decreased, Parents Should Still Be Proactive

The Daily Comet reports that cases of head lice have decreased significantly in the last 20 years. However, parents should continue to be vigilant about lice checks and head lice removal. Local and school health officials still note the importance of lice checks in schools and in the home, to prevent lice infestation – especially during the back-to-school season. September is head lice awareness month.

Lice aren’t dangerous and they don’t spread disease, however, they are highly contagious and can spread quickly from person to person, which makes schools and day care centers prime preying grounds, according to kidshealth.org. Symptoms of head-lice infestation are usually a tickling feeling of something moving in the hair, itching of the scalp and sores on the head caused by scratching.

The decrease in lice cases may be due to better information, or less misinformation about how lice spread and how to stop them. Over-the-counter lice repellents like our Environmental Lice Repellent Spray have improved, both in effectiveness and in safety. The article notes, Dr. John J. Jones, a Thibodaux LA pediatrician has seen parents put kerosene, Chlorox or gasoline in the hair to treat lice – all uneffective and unsafe lice treatments.

This lice repellent conditioning hair spray is scientifically formulated with essential oils known to repel head lice and other pests. It doubles as a bug repellent and is all-natural, containing organic oils instead of harsh pesticides.

This is a daily lice repellent shampoo that can be used in place of regular shampoo to repel and prevent head lice and other insects. We also carry a lice repellent conditioner that can be combined with our Knock-Out Enzyme Mousse Shampoo that aids in the lice combing process.

Citramint ™ School and Play Environmental Spray

Our environmental lice repellent spray can be sprayed on shaed items like airline seats, bedding and furniture, helmets and costumes to protect against head lice and other insects. A light mist on personal belongings like backpacks, coats, scarves and hats will help keep your family safe from head lice with no harsh chemicals or pesticide lice treatments.

You can buy any of these products online or at any of our lice treatment salons – and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, we offer free lice checks and discounts on products. Stop by and say hi!