Why non-toxic

You may be at the start of your head lice journey, or you may be one of many who have tried just about everything with no results and only more frustration. Wherever you’re at, considering a non-toxic approach is one of the most important steps you can take in head lice and nit removal. Why?

Chemical treatments have never been a guaranteed solution.
Even though these treatments may be considered more “traditional” (you may have used them when you were a child), it doesn’t mean they are the best choice or a surefire solution. There’s never any harm in trying a non-toxic solution, and given that your chances of success are the same as an over-the-counter product, why not start with the safest approach?

Pesticides in head lice treatments come with dangerous risks.
The National Pediculosis Association has reviewed the ingredients in various head lice treatments, and there are many stories about how these ingredients are causing severe reactions in children, including seizures, mental health issues, and even leukemia. The story most commonly referred to is Jesse’s story, in which the ongoing use of a lindane shampoo caused a family to lose a son and father to leukemia.

Toxic treatments are becoming increasingly ineffective.
Ritual use of pesticides has left head lice resistant to the treatments, meaning the risk of exposure further outweighs the possible benefits. Some parents have begun to treat their children multiple times with many different products, creating a dangerous chemical cocktail. Even some non-toxic treatments, such as essential oils, are not advised after doing so, because of the risk of greater absorption into the skin.

If you’re ready to consider a non-toxic treatment, there are many options to try. We’ve compiled a handful of the most common to help you get started.