Shaving your head is a very drastic solution for a lice problem.
A lice infestation is an itchy and uncomfortable experience that is especially common for children, who may contract lice in the confines of the classroom. Contrary to popular belief, lice do not spread disease or indicate poor hygiene. The normal solution for lice is to wash with an insecticide shampoo. Shaving of the head is a very drastic alternative, although it will eliminate lice and eggs. If you do choose to shave your head, follow the same procedure as you would for shaving any other part of the body.
Instructions
1. Cut your hair close to your scalp with a pair of scissors if it is more than a couple of inches long. This can be done quickly and messily; the goal is simply to get the hair short enough for a pair of clippers to remove the rest of it.
2. Go over your head with electric hair clippers adjusted to their shortest possible setting. These settings are generally numbered from 1 to 5, with "1" being the shortest. There is no need for a completely even cut, but getting the hair down to stubble is necessary to avoid clogging your razor.
3. Take a shower. This will soften and wet the skin of your head, making for a closer and smoother shave and less chance of razor burn.
4. Rub shave gel or foam into the skin of your head. It will help lubricate your razor and soak into the hair, softening it for cutting.
5. Pick a spot on your head and start shaving. It is best to start on a spot where your hair is relatively soft, such as the top. This lets your shave gel have more time to work into the coarse hair on the back and sides of your head. Use a hand-held mirror to see the back of your head. Just stand in front of your bathroom mirror and let the hand-held one reflect the image of your head into it.
6. Shave against the grain of your hair (the direction that the hairs protrude from the skin) if you would like the shave to be a close one. This is best if you are shaving to deal with lice. Shaving in this way risks irritating sensitive skin, though, so you may wish to shave with the grain if you know your skin to be easily irritated. Avoid going over any part of your scalp more than once.
7. Pass your razor under hot water regularly to remove the hair that builds up in it. Head hair is dense, so you will need to do this after every stroke.
8. Wash your newly shaved head with warm water and soap, then pat it dry with a towel.
9. Apply soothing lotion or aftershave to your head to avoid getting a rash.
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