How long does a professional lice check take?

Most professional lice checks take 10–30+ minutes per person, depending on hair length and density.

What is a professional wet lice check?

A wet lice check uses oil and a professional comb to ensure the highest accuracy. It is the most reliable way to confirm you are lice-free.

Do you perform school lice checks or camp lice checks?

Yes, we offer specialized school lice checks, camp lice checks, and group screening services for families and organizations.

How can I perform a lice check at home?

To check at home, part hair into sections and look for nits near the scalp. For a 100% accurate result, schedule a professional check with us.

What happens if you find lice during the lice check?

If lice are found, we show you the evidence and explain the best treatment and prevention options immediately.

Can I find a free lice check near me?

While some organizations offer basic screenings, a professional lice check at our clinic is the only way to get fast, medical-grade results.

Professional Lice Checks

Stop guessing and stressing.
Get checked today and get back to normal life.

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Accurate

If there is one bug or nit, we’ll find it.

Fast

Same-day checks available.

Fair Pricing

Flat-rates reduce uncertainty.

How Our Process Works — How We Treat Lice at Our Lice Clinics

Confirm & book: Tell us what’s going on and choose a time. We’ll share simple prep instructions, so you can get in quickly at a Lice Charmers clinic or with our mobile team.

Lice check: We use dimethicone oil to wet the hair, section it, and lice comb through in every direction to screen everyone for an active lice infestation. We’ll show you what we find and you can decide if you want treatment.

Precision treatment: Your technician applies targeted heat to desiccate the lice and eggs, then sections the hair and combs every strand from scalp to ends under bright light. This method kills live lice and nits efficiently, even on thick or curly hair.

Aftercare & prevention: No aftercare is required, but we will give you guidance on what to do to take care of your home and how to avoid reinfestation.

What to expect at your appointment:
Plan for about 30–60 minutes per person, depending on hair length and density. You’ll sit comfortably while your technician parts the hair in small sections, works methodically root-to-tip, and shows findings on a white paper towel as we go. We explain each step, answer questions, and send you home completely lice free and non-contagious.

Why Checking for Head Lice Matters

Ignoring the signs of lice turns a small problem into a big one.
Missed nits will hatch and spread before you realize it.
Parents spend days DIY-ing without knowing whether it’s necessary — or if it worked.

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People talking about lice?

When to get checked.

If anyone in your close social group, child’s classroom, daycare, or friend group is talking about lice it’s time to get checked.

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Lice Checks — The Lice Charmers Way

Step 1: Schedule a Lice Check

Call or book online for a same-day appointment.
Mobile visits may be available depending on your area.

Step 2: Detailed Lice Screening and Diagnosis

We part the hair section by section using a professional comb and magnifier to look for lice, nymphs, and eggs close to the scalp.

Step 3: Clear Results and Next Steps

You’ll know right away whether lice are present and what to do next.
If we find lice, we’ll explain your treatment options.

Step 4: Prevention Guidance and Education

We’ll teach you how to avoid re-infestation and confidently check others in your household.

Professional vs DIY Lice Checks

Accuracy, comfort, and education.

You can learn how to check yourself for lice or how to check for lice on your own head, but even with mirrors and combs, it’s easy to miss nits close to the scalp — especially if you have light or thick hair. Lice move quickly, and a missed egg can restart the infestation.

At Lice Charmers, professional tools and experience make the difference. Our trained eyes spot what others can’t, giving you fast, certain results.

Don’t spend hours guessing — let Lice Charmers confirm it once and for all.

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Smiling girl receives head lice treatment on her hair

We’ll show you what we find, so you can see for yourself.

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Lice Checks FAQs

How to check hair for lice?

Part the hair into small sections and look for white or brown nits near the scalp. For a sure answer, get a professional lice screening.

How to check if you have lice?

Persistent itching and tiny moving bugs on the scalp are common signs. Our technicians can confirm in minutes.

How to check for lice on yourself?

Use two mirrors or ask someone to help, but self-checks can miss hidden areas like the crown and back of the head.

What do lice in hair look like?

They’re small, sesame-seed-sized insects that move fast. Nits are glued to the hair shaft and don’t brush off easily.

Can I get a free lice check near me?

Some schools offer them, but professional screenings are more reliable and available on your schedule.

What happens if lice are found during the check?

We’ll show you the evidence, explain treatment options, and help you stop lice from spreading.

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