How to Get Rid Of Head Lice…4 Proven Ways to Control Them!

Tiny, black parasites commonly found on a person’s scalp are known as head lice. There are several major causes of head lice developing on a person. Head lice usually spread from one person to another through direct head to head contact. Usage of same towels, combs, hair accessories may also be a means for spreading of head lice. A person living in close quarters with the infected person may also get infected with head lice. Contact with contaminated belongings like pillows, pillow covers, bedspreads and bed sheets are also yet another cause. Often school children get infected with head lice because of their prolonged exposure to contaminated environment. Untidy scalp is also one of the causes of head lice.

 Intensive itching is a standard symptom of head lice. Sometimes lice eggs or lice can be found on the hair or clothing of the infected person. Severe case of head lice is characterized by the swelling of lymph nodes and presence of tiny, red bumps on the scalp and often makes a person wonder “how to get rid of head lice?”

Well here is the answer! According to traditional Indian methods neem leaves paste is to be applied to the scalp and left on for say 20 minutes. Tea tree oil is also known to do the trick if applied to the scalp and left on for 40 minutes or if a few drops are added to the shampoo before hair wash. Since chemicals used to eradicate head lice may cause side effects it is better to go for home remedies. Onion paste can also be applied to the scalp for 3 hours for an effective result.

Though there are several ways to control head lice, it is essential to maintain cleanliness of scalp by washing hair regularly and keeping our surroundings clean to get better results.