For effective lice
treatment, here’s
what to look for
For effective lice treatment, here’s what to look for

Once you have positively identified the presence of head lice (see checking for lice), you should initiate lice treatment. For best results, make sure your head lice treatment meets the 3 key criteria on our recommended checklist.  All RID SUPER MAX and RID One & Done lice treatments provide these important benefits.

Lice treatment checklist:

1

EFFECTIVE AGAINST SUPER LICE

Not all lice treatments kill super lice. Super lice are lice that have built a genetic resistance to traditional treatments containing pyrethrin or permethrin. Look for a treatment that kills super lice for maximum effectiveness.

2

EFFECTIVE AGAINST LICE EGGS (NITS)

Not all lice treatments are effective against eggs (nits); some rely solely on combing to remove eggs (nits). For best results, choose a treatment that either kills eggs (nits) or renders them non-viable.

3

PEDIATRICIAN RECOMMENDED BRAND

Make sure the product that you choose is a brand trusted and recommended by Pediatricians.  RID® is a pediatrician recommended brand trusted by pediatricians.

Other key considerations:

Read all RID® lice treatment instructions on the leaflet inside the box.

LICE DEFENSE:

After  treating lice, you don’t want to see them return. Unfortunately, there could still be lice circulating at school or camp if that is where lice were contracted. For immediate lice defense, look for treatments that include lice defense ingredients. For ongoing 24/7* lice defense, you can also use RID Daily Defense Shampoo & Conditioner after treating lice to get daily defense against new lice.
Sold Separately
OR As Part of a Lice Treatment Kit

 

HOME CONTROL:

While lice prefer to stay on the human scalp, they can survive up to 3 days on household surfaces like furniture, rugs, mattresses, or car interiors.  For added peace of mind, use a home control spray like RID SUPER MAX Home Control Spray, which kills both super lice and eggs on non-washable surfaces, while being safe to use in homes with pets, when used as directed.
Sold Separately
OR As Part of a Lice Treatment Kit

 

NO COMBING REQUIRED:

RID One & Done contains the latest FDA approved prescription-strength medicine in an over-the-counter lice treatment. Only one application needed. No second application required. No tedious combing which can be hard to do with little kids and is particularly helpful if treating thick curly hair or long hair.

 

SENSITIVE SKIN NEEDS:

If your child tends to have sensitive skin, look for a hypoallergenic lice treatment formula that is gentle on skin but tough on lice. RID SUPER MAX Sensitive Skin is safe for sensitive skin without compromising effectiveness.

 

*With daily use

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