Lice

Head lice are parasites that live off of the blood of their human hosts. They are incredibly annoying because they bite, and those bites can be very itchy. The itching could lead us to scratch the bites, and scratching to skin irritations, infections, and even psychological problems. But why do head lice itch in the … Read more

Head lice infestations can be very stressful. You can’t stop thinking about these horrible parasites crawling all over your head and how they can spread around your home. This begs the question — can head lice actually live on furniture? More specifically, can head lice live on your pillows and sheets? Yes, they can live … Read more

It can sometimes be hard to tell the difference between head lice and dandruff. This is because the two conditions have a lot of similarities. This can be a big problem because misdiagnosis can result in ineffective treatments. Misdiagnosis can also be dangerous — if for instance, you have dandruff and you use a head … Read more

Head lice are some of the most annoying pests out there. They make you itch with their crawling and biting. To make things worse, they are also very hard to kill. There may even be instances where you still feel them crawling even after you have undergone head lice treatment. But why can you still … Read more

If you have been diagnosed with a head lice infestation you will have to endure head lice treatment. But what if the head lice treatment doesn’t work? There are a lot of reasons why your treatment is ineffective. Thankfully, there are also a lot of ways to turn things around. Here we advise what you … Read more

Head lice infestations are very unpleasant.  They are not only annoying and really itchy – preventing you from getting a good night’s sleep – they can also put you at risk of irritation and infection. So, you want to get rid of them as soon as possible. But how long does it take to get … Read more

Do you find nits in your hair but you don’t see any head lice? This phenomenon is actually more common than you think, and there are a lot of reasons why it happens. Here is everything you need to know about head lice – from their lifecycle to head lice treatment – so you know … Read more

Head lice are resilient creatures, so there is a real sense of satisfaction when you finally get rid of them. But then a thought comes into your mind… what about the mattress? So, can head lice live in your mattress and reinfest you? Do you have to clean everything around your home to completely get … Read more

Head lice are tiny insects that live on humans and feed on the blood from their scalps. They are resilient creatures. They are not just hard to completely eliminate, they also have the tendency to re-infest their hosts, especially children. So, what do you do if you have a child that keeps getting head lice? … Read more

Head lice are parasitic insects that can live on your head, eyebrows, and even eyelashes. Although they do not spread diseases, head lice can cause severe itching and discomfort. One popular home remedy for head lice is lemon juice. But can you use lemon juice for head lice? Does it work? Why you should try … Read more