Uh-Oh, School Called: Lice Outbreak

By Volarre Editorial —
The Wellness Guide

The Panic-Free Guide
to Eliminating Lice

Lice is a nuisance, not a health hazard. Whether you prefer clinical precision or natural remedies, this comprehensive guide breaks down exactly how to clear your home and family in three distinct phases.

Mother checking child's hair
The Gold Standard Medical treatments are the fastest way to neutralize live lice. However, diligent combing is still required to remove the nits (eggs), or the cycle will repeat.
Nix Ultra
Nix Ultra 2-in-1
$36.79
Designed for resistant "super lice." Saturates hair to eliminate lice and eggs.
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RID Super Max
RID Super Max Kit
$22.02
A complete kit offering hair treatment plus a specialized home spray.
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Nit Free Terminator
The "Terminator" Comb
$12.95
Essential. Micro-grooved bands remove nits that plastic combs miss.
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Comb Kit
Professional Comb Kit
$9.99
A stainless steel multi-pack ideal for treating multiple family members at once.
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The Suffocation Method Natural remedies rely on suffocating the lice. Because lice can hold their breath for up to 8 hours, these treatments must be left on overnight.
Coconut Oil
Organic Coconut Oil
$9.98
A gentle, effective base for the suffocation method. Safe for sensitive scalps.
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Neem Oil
Organic Neem Oil
$9.49
An ancient remedy with natural insecticidal properties to disrupt the lifecycle.
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ACV
Apple Cider Vinegar
$32.90
Helps loosen the glue that holds nits to the hair shaft, making combing easier.
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Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil
$9.98
Add a few drops to shampoo. A natural deterrent known for its antiseptic qualities.
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Lavender Oil
Lavender Oil
$18.99
Lice dislike the scent of lavender. Use diluted as a preventative scalp spray.
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Baking Soda
Baking Soda
$7.99
Mix with conditioner to stun lice and make combing through hair smoother.
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Shower Caps
Disposable Caps
$5.99
Essential for keeping oil treatments contained and effective overnight.
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Environmental Control Lice die within 24-48 hours without a human host. Your focus should be on bedding, combs, and items used recently.
Rosemary Repel
Rosemary Repel
$12.48
The #1 daily preventative spray. Use every morning before school to deter lice.
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Ship Shape
Ship-Shape Cleaner
$12.00
Professional-grade cleaner to sanitize brushes and combs between uses.
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Bedding Spray
Lice Bedding Spray
$9.99
Treats mattresses, car seats, and furniture that cannot be machine washed.
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Premo Guard
Premo Laundry Additive
$49.97
Add to your laundry cycle to ensure lice and eggs are eliminated from linens.
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Prevention Spray
Daily Shield Spray
$19.97
A gentle daily spray to repel lice and condition hair. Safe for kids 2+.
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The 10-Day Battle Plan

Day 1
The Initial Treatment. Apply your chosen method (Medical or Oil). Rinse, then sit under bright light and comb every inch of hair. Wash all bedding on high heat.
Days 2-6
The Daily Comb. Continue to comb dry hair daily. You will likely find missed nits. If you see live lice, the initial treatment may have failed; switch methods.
Days 7-10
The Final Clearance. If you have gone three consecutive days without finding a live louse or egg, you are clear. Begin using Rosemary Repel daily to prevent re-infestation.
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