🧐 Not Sure if It’s Lice? Here’s How to Check Like a Pro

If you’re unsure whether you or your child has head lice, performing a thorough at-home check is the first step. Here’s what you’ll need to spot lice and nits effectively:

✅ What You’ll Need:

  • Wide-Toothed Comb:

    • Use this first to detangle the hair before checking for lice.

  • Metal Lice Comb (Professional-Grade Recommended):

    • For the most accurate results, we recommend using a professional-grade lice comb.

    • You can purchase one online and have it delivered same day in most cases if you’re in Virginia Beach, or shipped Next Day Air (NDA).

    • If a professional comb isn’t an option, a metal comb from your local drugstore is a backup, but avoid the plastic combs included in over-the-counter (OTC) kits—they are ineffective at removing nits.

  • Good Lighting:

    • Sunlight is best for visibility, but a desk lamp or bright light works well if you’re indoors.

  • Water or Lice Solution:

    • Dampen the hair with water or use a professional-grade nit-dissolving solution or mousse to make detection easier.

    • If you can’t access a professional solution, a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water is a helpful alternative.

  • Paper Towels:

    • Use these to wipe the comb after each pass and check for lice or nits.

For Immediate Assistance Call or Text

844-369-8170

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🛑 Here’s How to Check for and Remove Lice Effectively

Follow these simple steps to thoroughly check for lice and nits at home:

✅ Step 1: Detangle the Hair

  • Use a brush or wide-toothed comb to gently detangle the hair.

  • This ensures smooth, snag-free combing during the lice check.

💦 Step 2: Wet the Hair with Nit Glue Dissolver

  • Dampen the hair with a professional-grade nit glue dissolver.

  • This makes it easier to remove stubborn nits.

  • If you don’t have a dissolver, you can use a 50/50 vinegar and water mix as a backup.

🔍 Step 3: Comb Thoroughly with a Professional Nit Comb

  • Start at the front of the hairline and comb all the way through to the bottom.

  • After each pass, wipe the comb on a damp paper towel to check for lice or nits.

  • Work in 1 ½ inch sections, overlapping slightly with each new section—similar to carpet cleaning where you slightly overlap the last strip for full coverage.

  • For thicker hair, create a horizontal part from ear to ear and clip the top half up.

  • Comb the bottom section thoroughly, then release the top section and comb through the entire head from front to back.

🧐 How to Know if You’ve Found Lice

  • If your child has lice, you’ll see live bugs or nits (tiny eggs) on the paper towel after wiping the comb.

  • Nits are small, oval-shaped, and tan or brown in color, while lice are larger and move quickly.

💡 Dealing with Lice in Virginia Beach? Let the Experts Help!

If you’re in Virginia Beach or the surrounding areas and suspect a lice infestation, don’t battle it alone. Let the pros at Let’s Be PALS help you eliminate lice quickly and effectively.

📅 Book your lice treatment today:

  • 📞 Call: 757-769-8639

  • 📱 Text: 844-369-8170

  • 🌐 Book Online: Let’s Be PALS

Get back to being lice-free with PALS—the trusted experts in Virginia Beach! 💙

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🏙️ Popular Virginia Beach Neighborhoods We Service

At Let’s Be PALS, we proudly provide expert lice treatment services throughout Virginia Beach and the surrounding areas, including:

  • Chesapeake Beach

  • Kings Grant

  • Green Run

  • North End

  • Princess Anne

  • Great Neck

  • Shore Drive

  • Pungo

  • Indian River

🎓 Serving Schools Across Hampton Roads

Does your child attend school in Virginia Beach? We’ve successfully treated thousands of children throughout the Hampton Roads area, including students from every school in Virginia Beach—from preschoolers to high schoolers.

🚫 Lice Don’t Discriminate

Head lice can happen to anyone—they don’t care about age, hygiene, or lifestyle. When lice are discovered in your household, it’s essential to screen all family members to prevent re-infestation.

🔍 Why Wet Head Checks Are More Effective

You can’t properly diagnose lice just by looking at the scalp.

  • Wet head checks are proven to be 70% more effective at detecting live lice compared to dry checks.

  • This is why our thorough screening process uses professional tools and techniques to ensure accurate detection and treatment.

💡 Suspect Lice? Don’t Wait—Get Checked Today!

If you’re in Virginia Beach or the surrounding areas, trust Let’s Be PALS for fast, reliable, and guaranteed lice removal.

📅 Book your lice treatment today:

  • 📞 Call: 757-769-8639

  • 📱 Text: 844-369-8170

  • 🌐 Book Online: Let’s Be PALS

Get peace of mind with PALS—the trusted experts in Virginia Beach! 💙

We’ve treated families for head lice in most of the area Virginia Beach Schools:

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