Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube Triple Super Lice Epidemic for Teens

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - Oct. 26, 2016 - PRLog -- "From January to August, we have seen a 300% increase in the number of teens with severe head lice. On busy days, we will see 30-40 people in my lice removal salon" reports Pam Skinner, owner of Picky Pam at the Beach Lice Removal Salon. We have had over 15,000 people through our doors since 2012. Some of our most frequent clients are from cheer teams and club sports like soccer and volleyball.

"We believe that social media is the cause for this jump in teen lice outbreaks. Everyone has smart phones and tablets. Lice is spread by head to head contact. Take a look at any group of teens and your'll see them huddled over a phone or tablet watching funny YouTube videos or an Instagram post". Skinner watched her own 16 year old daughter, Lauren, put her head next to her 3 best friends 'to pick the best selfie to post on Instagram'.


The second reason your teen may be a target for head lice is if they share hair brushes with friends. Many girls do, especially getting ready for a dance or performance. Adult lice can easily be pulled off the head while clinging on to a hair that sticks to the brush. The next person to use the brush can get lice.

The third reason is simple: wearing long hair down. Buns or braids dramatically reduce the risk of a lice infestation. "There are so many cute, easy braids and hair styles on the internet" says Skinner. "Even single dads can find some quick & simple styles for their daughters."

Top 3 Tips to prevent getting head lice: 1: Leave a few inches between your head and your friend's.  Lice don't jump or fly. 2: Don't evr share brushes. We suggest color coding with pony tail rubber bands. 3: Find a quick easy style to contain long hair. Braids & buns are best!

For more information, visit: http://www.LiceFreeKids.com.