{"id":24673,"date":"2026-05-06T16:12:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T14:12:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/non-classifiee\/comment-se-debarrasser-des-poux\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:16:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:16:28","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-lice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/en\/our-advice\/how-to-get-rid-of-lice\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get rid of head lice: the complete guide (treatments that really work)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Itching, an irritated scalp, nits clinging to the hair\u2026 a head lice infestation is a real nuisance for both children and adults. According to the French National Health Insurance<\/a>, 20% of school-age children are infested with head lice every year. Rest assured, there are now effective treatments available to get rid of them. Here is a step-by-step guide using natural and traditional methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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\u27a1\ufe0fHead lice are parasitic insects that infest the scalp; they are common in children and are not linked to poor hygiene.
\u27a1\ufe0fEffective treatment for head lice always involves two stages: treatment followed by a repeat treatment 7\u201310 days later.
\u27a1\ufe0fA lice comb is essential for removing nits and preventing re-infestation.
\u27a1\ufe0fLice spread quickly through direct contact, especially in group settings (schools, nurseries).
\u27a1\ufe0fCleaning the environment (clothes, soft toys, brushes) is essential to prevent lice from returning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

How can you tell if you have a head lice infestation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Itching of the scalp<\/strong>, also known as \u201cpediculosis\u201d, is the most tell-tale sign of an infestation with head lice or Pediculus humanus capitis<\/a>. It is caused by the insect\u2019s bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These irritations mainly appear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n