Head Louse Remedy

Combing as a Head Louse Remedy
By M. A. Fulmar

There are many remedies that are available if you find that a member of your household has been infected with head lice. One such head louse remedy is through the use of a lotion or head wash that contains insecticides. These insecticides contain active pesticide ingredients that will kill the head lice. These products can be very effective in the treatment of head lice. However, because they contain insecticides many parents do not wish to subject their child to this method of treatment.

Another head louse remedy is through natural homeopathic processes. These processes include the use of oils mixed with hair products. This mixture is then combed through the hair and in some cases has proven to be effective in the treatment of head louse.

One additional head louse remedy is by combing the hair. Through the use of a specifically designed louse comb, the louse, their eggs and remaining hollow shells are removed from the infected hair. To enhance this head louse remedy there are a number of additional steps that you can take in utilizing this head louse remedy. Those steps using the right type of comb and treating the comb with specific products.

Using the Proper Comb

An important component of using a comb as a head louse remedy is the selection of the right comb. Available on the market are different types of combs.

The most useful comb is the comb that has been designed for the removal of head lice. In addition to the removing of lice from the hair, a good comb is also designed to remove their eggs as well as the remaining shells of eggs that were hatched. A good comb will be metal in nature and can be located in most pet stores or available through the Internet.

The design of these combs feature specific grooves which allows for the teeth of the comb to run through the hair unobstructed. In addition it is important that the tips of the teeth are rounded so as to prevent further damage to the individual's scalp.

Treatment When Using a Comb

When using a comb, as a natural head louse remedy, it is important to coat the teeth of the comb with beeswax. This coating will facilitate the easy removal of the lice. If the beeswax is not available, another option to help remove the lice is by applying olive oil into the hair.

One additional product that may help to loosen the grip of the lice, on an individual's hair, is by applying dishwashing soap. This soap will help to dissolve the adhesive substance that allows for the lice to hold on to the hair follicles.

When using this head louse remedy it is important to remember that the hair should be combed daily for at least two weeks. This two-week period takes into consideration the louse that are alive and the louse that may hatch seven to eight days later.

Author Details:
M. A. Fulmar, copywriter for various websites including the health articles on www.naturalcrystaldeodorant.com and www.microdermabrasionskincare.com

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