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Lice in Black Hair: Safe, Gentle Treatments That Work
Real answers for Black, African American, mixed, and biracial families dealing with head lice.
Can Black People Get Lice?
Breaking the Myth About Textured Hair
Why lice can affect Black, African American, mixed, and biracial hair types and what you need to know. Don’t be embarrassed. We know you were told Black people don’t get lice. But the truth is, anyone with hair can get lice. While lice may be less common in Black and mixed children, they are not immune. That myth has led to confusion, delayed treatment, and even stigma. We’re here to break that cycle.
BlackHairLice.com exists to help you treat lice without fear, shame, or damage to your hair. Whether your family has curls, coils, braids, twists, or locs, we provide treatment tips and product recommendations that respect your texture and protect your peace of mind.
What Is Lice?
Tiny bugs. Big nuisance.
Here’s what you need to know.
Lice are small, wingless insects that live on the scalp and feed on blood. They’re most common in school-aged children and spread through direct contact.
🪳 Quick Facts:
- Lice do not jump or fly, they crawl
- Spread mostly through head-to-head contact
- Lice eggs are called nits and stick to the hair shaft
- Not caused by dirt or poor hygiene
- Can affect any hair type, including curls, coils, and locs