lice removal

Many lice combs are metal, and listings frequently specify stainless steel for fine-tooth or micro-grooved combs used to remove nits and lice.

Many treatment kits include a fine-tooth or professional nit comb specifically for removing dead lice and nits after treatment.

Common comfort and usability features include rounded or micro-grooved fine teeth for gentler contact, ergonomic handles for a firmer grip, and tightly spaced fine teeth that help detect and remove nits.

Home options include fine-tooth metal or stainless-steel nit combs (often sold in multi-packs) and spray or shampoo treatments sold as one-step sprays or as part of treatment kits for hair and home.

Lice combs are sold in a range of pack sizes, from small 2‑packs to larger multi-packs such as 12‑, 24‑, and bulk 240‑count options.

Combs are often labeled for “All Ages,” while sprays and shampoos commonly list minimum ages such as “6 months and up,” “1 year and up,” or “6 years and up,” depending on the product.

Descriptions include mineral-based sprays using sodium chloride, pesticide-free or non-toxic treatments described as working by suffocation, and prevention sprays formulated with essential oils like rosemary, citronella, and lemongrass. Combing tools are offered separately for nit removal.

Stainless-steel or metal combs are described as built for durability and repeated use; listings say they resist bending or breaking and are intended for reuse on all hair types.