By Edward Wood


It is painful to deal with insects that are eating away on your head. For parents and guardians, it is unimaginable that your children have itchy scalps and at risk of infections. There are head lice removal methods that you can apply to deal with this problem, either naturally or using medicines. You can apply the method that works best for your situation.

Regular combing of hair and keeping it neat will produce excellent results because it keeps the scalp clean. In the process of tiding the hair, the insects either fall off or can be removed manually. Once they are cut off from the blood supply that they depend on, they will die. Keep the hair dry such that the environment is uninhabitable for them.

Use products that have pyrethrum. This is one of the most effective remedies when fighting insects. In fact, it has been used in almost all products used to fight insects. It works by attacking the nervous system of the lice, causing them to be incapacitated and eventually die. You will need to apply the product when the hair is already dry. This is an effective way of preventing resistance. A follow up application is done 7-10 days later.

Use olive oil on your hair. This is a surprise addition because it is known best for kitchen use. The advantage of using olive oil is that you are dealing with a natural compound. This means that you will not develop resistance even over time. You can use it over and over. By applying olive oil, you suffocate the insects causing them to fall off.

Heat from the hair drier will deliver excellent results. This methods depends on how well it is used and whether you can withstand the heat. The heat is meant to kill the insect which will later be washed off. You have to apply the drier on every inch of your scalp. This can be damaging to your hair as you attempt to cover all areas. You need to work with a professional to avoid damaging the hair.

There is an effective method referred to as hair dunking. It involves drowning your head in water, oil or liquid for a prolonged period of time. When using water, an addition of insecticide will make it more effective. Soap is also an effective addition because it helps in cleaning your scalp. The hair is left to dry, giving you a caked scalp. There is no insect that can survive such conditions.

Vinegar is an alternative. It works well in the kitchen when dealing with grease. On your hair, it will eliminate the substance helping these bugs to hold on. With no grip, they fall off as you clean or comb. They can be used alone or with other substances.

Home remedies are preferred because they are free of resistance. It means that you can apply them several times without experiencing resistance. Follow instructions or involve an experienced assistant when using these methods. It is your accuracy that will determine whether you succeed. Keep a neat scalp and the bugs will be eliminated.




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