Do lice prefer clean hair or dirty hair?

Lice are equal-opportunity hitchhikers and do not have a preference for hair cleanliness. While some believe lice cling easier to clean hair because it is less oily, they can successfully attach to any hair type. Whether your child's hair is freshly washed, oily, or sweaty, lice only require a warm scalp and a strand of hair to cling to.

Can saltwater or the ocean kill head lice?

Beach hair may be salty and crunchy, but saltwater, sun, and sand do not kill lice. The beach can actually be a common place for transmission because of summer habits like sharing towels or leaning in close to compare seashells. Lice are resilient survivors, and the ocean environment is not a natural repellent or treatment for an infestation.

How do children catch lice if they have good hygiene?

Lice transmission is about closeness, not cleanliness. These insects cannot jump or fly; they crawl from one person to another during head-to-head contact. Common summer activities like taking selfies, hugging, sharing goggles, and sleeping in camp cabins provide the perfect opportunities for lice to move between heads, regardless of how often a child's hair is washed.

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