When you want to get rid of head lice, you may wonder if it’s safe to use lice treatment 2 days in a row. Here’s why experts don’t recommend it.

If you've ever experienced head lice, you know how uncomfortable they can be.These tiny, parasitic insects can also be unsettling and tough to get rid of. "An infestation might feel like tickling ...

Whether you use low-level pesticides, a battery-powered comb or a shower cap full of mayonnaise to kill head lice, you don’t need to pull your kids from school if the little critters invade ...

Saltwater will also kill lice, so if you live near an ocean, a swim would help. Shampoos, saltwater, heat, vacuuming purge lice SF Gate Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo ...

These so-called super lice, fortified with increased resistance to traditional treatments, are proving a challenge for those seeking to rid themselves of the persistent pests.

Typically, an adult washes a child’s hair, then uses a special lice comb (included with many over-the-counter lice shampoos) to find all the nits and remove them. Depending on the length of a ...

The idea is simple: the fatty content in mayonnaise helps suffocate lice by trapping them. While the method is effective, it’s certainly not the most pleasant option. Mayonnaise shampoo also ...

Lice and dandruff may look similar but have very different causes and treatments. In this article, learn how to tell them apart with visual aids, as well as about the treatment options.

PARENTS are being warned against using a special head lice shampoo which experts claim could damage their children's health. Medical researchers believe some of the lotions contain dangerous ...

My daughter came home from school 3 weeks ago with lice, I washed her hair with Gambex shampoo, took out (what i thought was all) the nits and washed her hair the next day again with Gambex. 3 weeks ...