Head lice are parasites which live on the hair & scalp causing itchiness & irritation. Contrary to popular belief, they thrive in clean hair. Children who play together are particularly prone to head lice as the parasites pass from one childâs head to another. Human hair provides the ideal environment in which head lice can reproduce. During their forty day lifespan they can produce between 150 & 200 eggs which are laid about 2mm from the scalp where they stick securely to the hair. The eggs hatch Approx. nine days later by which time the hair will have grown by another 2mm. Any eggs which appear more than 4mm from the scalp are therefore likely to be empty or dead. Traditionally, head lice have been treated with insecticides contained in shampoos & other special preparations. However, over time head lice have built up immunity & there is now common concern over environmental issues & the effectiveness of using chemical insecticides. The Bodi-Tek Bug Zapper could not be simpler to use. Powered by one AA 1.5v battery, the unit transmits a small charge, which is harmless to the user, to the combâs teeth. When passed through the hair this charge electrocutes the head lice as they come into contact with the combâs teeth. This generally kills them outright or causes such damage that they die shortly afterwards. Suitable for adults & children, the Bodi-Tek Bug Zapper provides an easy, clean & effective method of treating head lice. Key Features
- The easy, clean & effective way to eradicate head-lice
- Avoids the use of chemical treatments
- Can be used both as a treatment & to detect the presence of lice
- Operated by 1.5V AA battery
- Class 2A Medical device (CE 0120) Box Contains 1 x Bug Zapper 1 x AA Battery & instructions.