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Now, What Are Superlice?

“Superlice” are head lice that have developed resistance to common over-the-counter (OTC) treatments, especially those that use pesticides like permethrin or pyrethrin. That means many traditional lice shampoos just don’t work anymore — no matter how many times you use them.

Why Aren’t They Dying?

Over time, lice have evolved. Repeated exposure to the same chemicals has allowed some to adapt and survive — and they pass that resistance on to their offspring. This is why some parents find that even after treatment lice are still crawling, eggs keep hatching, and the itch just won’t go away!

How To Check For Lice?

The best way to check for lice is to use a fine-tooth lice comb on wet hair and look closely at the scalp and roots.

Step-by-step:

  • Wet the hair – this slows lice down and makes them easier to spot.
  • Part the hair in small sections.
  • Use a lice comb and comb from scalp to ends.
  • Wipe the comb on a white paper towel or cloth.
  • Look for:Tiny brown or grey crawling insects (lice)Oval-shaped white or yellow eggs (nits), glued to the hair shaft near the scalp.

💡 Tip: Nits are often mistaken for dandruff, but they don’t brush off easily.

How Do Lice Spread?

They spread through direct head-to-head contact — it’s that simple. They can’t fly or jump, but they are fast little crawlers. That means lice move from one person to another when heads are close together.

Most Common Ways Lice Spread:

  • Kids playing closely at school, daycare, sleepovers, or camp.
  • Sharing personal items like:Combs or hairbrushesHats, helmets, or scarvesPillows and bedding (rare, but possible)
  • Close-up selfies or videos where heads touch

Lice Don't Spread From:

  • Pets (lice only live on humans!)
  • Airborne particles (they don’t float or jump)
  • Casual contact like high-fives or handshakes

Key Fact:

It only takes one adult louse to start an infestation. Once it's on the scalp, it can lay eggs in just a day or two — so early detection matters!