A lice cleaning checklist is a step-by-step guide to effectively eliminate lice from your home and personal items.
- Items Needed:
- Nit comb
- Lice shampoo
- Disposable gloves
- Large garbage bags
- Disposable hair caps
- Hair Treatment:
- Apply lice shampoo
- Use nit comb on wet hair
- Section hair for thorough combing
- Remove all nits
- Clean comb after each pass
- Bedding:
- Strip all bedding
- Wash sheets in hot water
- Dry on high heat
- Vacuum mattress and pillows
- Encase mattress in protective cover
- Clothing:
- Wash all clothing in hot water
- Dry on high heat
- Bag non-washable items for 2 weeks
- Check hats and scarves
- Disinfect hair accessories
- Furniture:
- Vacuum couches and chairs
- Dispose of vacuum bag
- Wipe down hard surfaces
- Check and clean car seats
- Steam clean if possible
- Personal Hygiene:
- Disinfect hair brushes
- Avoid head-to-head contact
- Use clean towels
- Regularly check for any new nits
- Keep long hair tied back
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