[header] How to check a child's hair for lice [title] Wash your child's hair. [step] Be sure to use shampoo and conditioner. The resulting moisture at the root of your child's hair, where lice thrive, may temporarily prevent their movement along the scalp.
[header] How to check a child's hair for lice [title] Wash your child's hair. [step] Be sure to use shampoo and conditioner. The resulting moisture at the root of your child's hair, where lice thrive, may temporarily prevent their movement along the scalp.
[substeps] Try using a small amount of conditioner, such as sulfate free gel, at the root of your child's hair. A light coating of the conditioner should attach itself to the scalp area, thereby preventing additional lice from entering the scalp area. Conditioner will also make it easier to comb through your child's hair. Use a comb containing gaps no more than 0.2 mm. [substeps] Separate your child's hair into several locations using a soft brush or comb. Then swaddle your child's hair in a towel to allow some of the excess moisture to escape. Wash your child's hair in lukewarm (but not too warm) water for the best results. [title] Look for signs of lice following shampoo or conditioner.