5 Things to do if you suspect you have head lice!

Head-lice checks are a simple, hands-on screening to confirm whether live lice or nits (eggs) are present—no chemicals required. Under bright light, hair is parted close to the scalp (especially behind the ears and at the nape) and inspected visually, then combed with a stainless steel nit comb from scalp to ends. Each pass is wiped on a white towel to spot nits that won’t flick away like dandruff. This method is fast, accurate, and kid-safe, making it the gold standard for confirming head lice before any treatment. If lice are found, a pesticide-free, strand-by-strand comb-out removes both bugs and nits; if not, you’ll leave with simple prevention tips and peace of mind. This approach improves visibility, accuracy, and overall success—exactly what you need when you first suspect head lice.

Head lice are common and fixable. Use bright light, check near the scalp, and follow a strand-by-strand comb-out—fast, safe, and kid-friendly.

Modern guidance is clear: you don’t need harsh chemicals to beat head lice. A careful visual check plus a pesticide-free, strand-by-strand comb-out is the fastest, safest way to confirm and clear a case.

hen you suspect lice, the goal is to confirm quickly and calmly—no guessing, no over-cleaning.

1. Lighting & setup – Sit near a window or bright lamp. Dampen the hair slightly and keep a white paper towel nearby.
2. Part at the scalp – Focus within ¼ inch of the scalp, especially behind the ears and at the nape of the neck.
3. Comb & wipe – Use a stainless nit comb from scalp to ends. Wipe the comb on the white towel after each pass and look for sesame-seed–sized nits that don’t flick away.
4. Decide next steps – If you see live lice or nits, book a pesticide-free comb-out (or follow the same technique carefully at home). If you don’t, monitor and re-check in 48–72 hours.

Remove this

A quality stainless steel nit comb is the workhorse of lice removal. Unlike plastic combs, pro combs have micro-grooved, tightly spaced teeth that grab both live lice and nits. Rounded tips protect the scalp, a non-slip handle keeps control, and the comb can be fully disinfected between heads. Pair it with bright lighting, sectioning clips, and a white towel for wipe-and-inspect accuracy.

Why it matters

• Removes nits and lice (not just stuns them)
• Works with pesticide-free products
• Durable, easy to sanitize, and kid-friendly

Lightly dampen hair and mist a small amount of conditioner or detangler for slip. Section the hair into quadrants. Starting at the scalp, place the comb teeth flat against the head and pull from scalp to ends in one smooth stroke. After each pass, wipe on a white towel and check for sesame-seed–sized nits that don’t flick away. Work methodically—nape and behind the ears are hotspots—then finish with a magnified re-check.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Only combing the ends (misses nits near the scalp)
• Moving sections too quickly without a wipe/inspect rhythm
• Using a wide-tooth or plastic comb (won’t remove nits)
• Skipping proper lighting or rushing the final re-check

Sanitation & care
Between heads, disinfect the comb (timed soak or EPA-approved wipe), replace towels, sanitize hands, and reset your workstation. Rinse and dry the comb thoroughly; replace it if teeth bend or spacing widens.