Is It Necessary to Comb out Nits?

Many prescription head lice treatments target nits along with adult head lice. If you used a product like this, no combing is necessary unless you can't wait to get rid of the dead shells.

Do you need to comb out lice eggs?

If done properly, the first treatment will defeat all live lice, including the mommies or egg-laying lice. Then you need to comb out ALL the nits (the lice eggs). If you miss any nits and they hatch, the 2nd or 3rd treatments will take care of the young ouse before it has a chance to mature and lay lmore nits.

Do you have to comb out nits after treatment?

After each treatment, checking the hair and combing with a nit comb to remove nits and lice every 2–3 days may decrease the chance of self–reinfestation. Continue to check for 2–3 weeks to be sure all lice and nits are gone.