If your child has not yet experienced the delights of nits, your turn will be coming! And it is no fun at all. UNLESS … you find some head lice treatments that actually work to both treat and prevent the little buggers.
Now, this is a list you will thank us for! Whether you are looking to protect your child from an outbreak in their class, or the insects have already taken hold in their hair, we have you covered.
Let the battle games commence … we are coming in for the kill.
Oh, and one other line of defence: If your child has long hair, make sure they wear it up when they go to school. There are actually some hairstyles that lice hate, but a nice, neat bun will suffice.
Nit treatments to kill lice and eggs
Nitwits All-In-One Head Lice Solution
First on our list of head lice treatments is the bestselling NitWits All-In-One Head Lice Solution. This product kills both lice and eggs in one go and promises to work with a single application. It contains the active ingredient dimethicone that kills lice and eggs quickly without needing a comb. NitWits All-In-One comes in a sensitive formulation to help reduce the risk scalp irritation … perfect for young people with sensitive skin.
No. of treatments required: 1 treatment
What we like about this product: No mess spray applicator, no-repeat treatment, great for sensitive skin and scalp
NYDA Express Head Lice Treatment
Another head lice treatment that mums love, NYDA Plus contains double acting 92% dimethicone that gets rid of lice at all stages, including eggs. This treatment pack contains a 100 ml treatment bottle, applicator and lice comb. NYDA Plus is proven to work with only one application, and there’s plenty of product left to treat the entire family. Treatment may need to be repeated if a new infestation occurs.
No. of treatments required: 1 treatment
What we like about this product: Takes one application and can be used from birth and during pregnancy.
Ego Moov Head Lice Shampoo
Ego Moov head lice shampoo is a clinically proven lice killer that contains sodium lauroyl sacrosinate, eucalyptus oil and anise seed oil. It can be applied directly to dry hair, and according to the label there’s no need to shampoo it out after treatment. Simply leave on the hair, cover with a shower cap and rinse out with water after 15 minutes.
No. of treatments required: More than one (repeat application 7 and 14 days after initial treatment)
What we like about this product: Affordable head lice treatment ($14.64 for a 200 ml bottle)
Full Marks Solution
Full Marks Solution is a 10-minute head lice treatment that eliminates lice and eggs without pesticides, harsh chemicals or strong fragrances. The 200 ml bottle is large enough for four treatments and comes with a fine tooth comb to get rid of nits after application. Full Marks Solution can be used on kids with eczema and asthma.
No. of treatments required: More than one, repeat treatment after 7 days
What we like about this product: Gentle on the scalp and suitable for people with asthma and eczema
SoCozy, Kids, Boo! Lice Scaring Shampoo
This lice-scaring shampoo from SoCozy, Kids, Boo! is infused with a great blend of tea tree, rosemary and oils that help keep lice away. Their fresh smelling formula promises “the look and feel of salon hair” as it keeps your hair strong, soft, and clean while being protected from lice.
No. of treatments required: More than one (repeat application as is with any shampoo)
What we like about this product: Great choice of oils in a shampoo that smells so refreshing and naturally good while it keeps lice away!
KP24 Medicated Lotion
KP24 Medicated Lotion effectively kills lice and eggs to stop future infestations. This product is great if you have younger kids with head lice as it can be used on children aged 6 months and up (with parental supervision of course). The active ingredient is maldison 0.5% (malathion), which is known to kill lice and tiny insects by paralyzing them. Use with a fine tooth comb after treatment for best results.
No. of treatments required: More than one, repeat treatment after 7 days
What we like about this product: Can be used to treat head lice in younger kids
Head lice treatments for preventions of nits
Natural Look Anti Lice Leave-In Conditioner
If you’re looking for head lice treatment that works long term, get the Natural Look Anti Lice Leave-In Conditioner. This product is best used with Natural Look pyrethrum shampoo and can be used daily by kids and adults. Simply spray directly on your child’s hair after shampooing and use a fine tooth comb to remove the nits.
No. of treatments required: More than one, suitable for daily use
What we like about this product: Prevent future infestations with a daily leave-in lice killing conditioner
Ego Moov Head Lice Defence Spray
The Ego Moov Head Lice Defence Spray is part of their lice killing line and best used with the Ego Moov Head Lice Shampoo. This product is sprayed directly on the hair like a leave in conditioner for daily defence over an eight-hour period. It’s gentle enough to be used every day to protect your little ones and prevent recurrence.
No. of treatments required: More than one, can be used daily
What we like about this product: Easy to use spray on conditioner that is gentle for every day use, provides 8-hour protection
Babo Botanicals Lice Repel Conditioning Spray
As far as head lice treatments go, there’s nothing safer to use an organic, all-natural product. Babo Botanicals Lice Repel Conditioning Spray contains shea butter, coconut oil, chamomile, kudzu, calendula and meadowsweet extracts that kill lice and eggs and prevents the nasty critters from coming back.
No. of treatments required: More than one, repeat treatment as needed
What we like about this product: Organic, hypoallegenic head lice treatment
