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🎃 Top 10 Halloween DON’Ts 

(to Keep the Creepy-Crawlies Away)

Halloween is spooky enough without real creepy-crawlies showing up. Every October, families call us after costume parties, trick-or-treats, and school parades because someone’s “itchy head” turned into a full-on fright night.

The truth? Head lice love Halloween all that costume sharing, wig swapping, and group selfies make it easy for them to crawl from head to head.

So before your little monsters try on one more wig, here are our Top 10 Halloween DON’Ts to keep the scare on the porch not in your hair. 👻

🎃 Top 10 Halloween DON’Ts 

(to Keep the Creepy-Crawlies Away)

Halloween is spooky enough without real creepy-crawlies showing up. Every October, families call us after costume parties, trunk-or-treats, and school parades because someone’s “itchy head” turned into a full-on fright night.

The truth? Head lice love Halloween all that costume sharing, wig swapping, and group selfies make it easy for them to crawl from head to head.

So before your little monsters try on one more wig, here are our Top 10 Halloween DON’Ts to keep the scare on the porch not in your hair. 👻

🧟‍♀️ 1. Don’t try on store wigs or hats without a barrier.

  • Bring your own wig cap, or grab a disposable shower cap. It’s not about germs it’s about stopping lice from hitching a ride.

🧛 2. Don’t share costume hats, tiaras, or masks.

  • Even “just for a second.” Lice can crawl faster than you think. Keep accessories personal like toothbrushes and candy stashes.

🧙 3. Don’t skip tying long hair back.

  • A simple braid or bun can keep lice from crossing the “hair bridge.” Cute and preventative.

🪮 4. Don’t share brushes or combs during costume prep.

  • Whether it’s backstage at school or in the living room, keep everyone’s tools separate. A quick label with names saves future headaches literally.

🧺 5. Don’t reuse wigs or costume pieces from last year without cleaning.

  • Wash, heat-dry, or seal them in a bag overnight. Lice can’t survive long off a human head, but it’s better not to take chances.

🌿 6. Do spritz a mint or peppermint repellent spray before parties.

  • Lice dislike strong scents like mint, tea tree, and citronella. (And you’ll smell refreshingly un-haunted.)

🕵️‍♀️ 7. Do quick checks after group events.

  • A fast “quick comb” through damp hair under good light catches early signs before they spread.

🧼 8. Do keep calm if you spot something suspicious.

  • No shame, no panic just reach out. We’ve seen it all and can help you confirm what’s what.

🎒 9. Do bag up costumes after wearing.

  • If anything was shared, seal items overnight and wash what you can in hot water or high heat.

☎️ 10. Do call if you’re unsure.

  • A quick photo to our email or text line can save you hours of stress. We’ll tell you exactly what you’re looking at.

🕯️ Final Tip: Keep the Frights Fun, Not Itchy.

Lice can’t jump, fly, or live in your house but they can crash a party through shared costumes and close selfies.

👻“Spotted a nit after trick-or-treating? Our specialists make house calls fast, calm, and judgment-free.”

If Halloween leaves your family scratching, we’ve got you. Our specialists come right to your door with calm, non-toxic, kid-safe treatment no chemicals, no shame, just results.

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Lice Happens Atlanta provides mobile lice removal and professional head lice screening. Serving Atlanta families with non-toxic,in-home lice treatment. including Buckhead, Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Decatur, Druid Hills, Virginia-Highland, Morningside, Ansley Park, North Druid Hills, Smyrna, Alpharetta, Marietta, and surrounding neighborhoods.