The electric head lice comb is a chemical-free way to remove head lice, very useful at home when there are school-aged children. We explain how it works, how to use it correctly, and how to prevent them from coming back.
How does an electric head lice comb work?
Its metal prongs emit a small electrical impulse that is harmless to people but eliminates head lice on contact. It does not use insecticides or chemicals, making it a convenient and reusable option, also as a complement to other treatments.
How to use it step by step
- Apply to dry hair (electric combs are not used on wet hair).
- Divide the hair into sections and comb from the roots to the tips.
- When it emits a beep, continue combing until it stops sounding (a sign that it has worked).
- Clean the comb with the included brush every few passes.
- Repeat every 1–2 days for a couple of weeks to break the cycle.
For nits (eggs), combine the electric comb with a traditional fine-toothed comb, as the eggs remain stuck to the hair.
Does the electric comb really work? Opinions and common mistakes
The experience of most families is that it does work, provided it is used correctly and consistently. The key is to understand what it does and what it doesn't: it eliminates live lice on contact, but it doesn't remove nits, which must be removed with a fine-toothed comb. These are the most common mistakes that make people think it "doesn't work":
- Using it on wet or damp hair: it doesn't work, it must be dry.
- Using it only once: you have to repeat it every 1–2 days for 2 weeks to break the hatching cycle.
- Not dividing the hair into sections, leaving untreated areas.
- Not cleaning the comb between passes.
- Expecting it to eliminate nits: for that, combine with a fine comb.
When used correctly, it is a reusable, chemical-free solution suitable for repeated use as many times as necessary, something that lotion treatments do not allow.
Tips to prevent contagion
- Check the heads of all family members if there is a case.
- Wash hats, pillowcases, and towels at 60 ºC, or store them in a sealed bag for several days.
- Remind children not to share hats, brushes, or headbands.
- Tie up long hair during outbreaks at school.
Our head lice comb and child care
At Ortopedium, you can find the Sanitec electric head lice comb, reusable and chemical-free, in the child care and pediatrics collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the electric head lice comb safe for children?
Yes. It emits a very low electrical impulse, harmless to people, which acts on head lice on contact. It is used on dry hair and under adult supervision.
Does the electric comb kill nits?
The electric comb acts on live lice; nits (eggs) remain stuck to the hair and are not eliminated by the electrical impulse. To remove them, it is advisable to combine it with a fine-toothed comb and repeat the process for several days.
Can it be used on wet hair?
No. Electric head lice combs are always used on dry hair to function correctly and safely.