The Zap Complete Head Lice Treatment is a complete head lice kit designed to remove lice and their eggs. It includes a spray-on lotion and a rigid fine-toothed comb to help you tackle an infestation safely and effectively. This non-chemical, insecticide-free formula offers a non-chemical mode of action and is suitable for adults and children over 2 years old.
Key benefits
- Contains a spray-on lotion that covers the entire hair shaft to reach lice near the scalp and along the hair length.
- Includes a rigid fine-toothed comb specifically designed to remove lice and nits during and after treatment.
- Non-chemical mode of action means no traditional insecticides are used, reducing the risk of resistance development.
- Safe for adults and children over 2 years when used as directed, with a focus on soothing irritated scalps.
- Simple, step-by-step directions guide you through detection, treatment, combing, and re-treatment for thorough elimination.
Ingredients and why they matter
Medicinal ingredient: star anise oil (Illicium verum) 15% — a natural essential oil that helps disrupt the lice environment on the scalp and hair. Its aroma is part of the formulation, and it contributes to the product’s non-chemical approach to head lice treatment.
Non-medicinal ingredients: caprylic/capric triglyceride (fractionated coconut oil), cananga odorata (ylang-ylang) flower oil, isopropyl alcohol. The coconut oil-based base helps coat and carry the active ingredient through the hair, while the ylang-ylang oil provides a pleasant scent. Isopropyl alcohol assists in rapid evaporation and helps keep the product from leaving a heavy residue on the hair.
Who this is for and usage tips
This product is designed for adults and children over 2 years who are dealing with head lice. The included comb is used to physically remove lice and eggs after treatment, which helps to reduce the risk of re-infestation. For best results, treat all household members at the same time to limit transmission.
Important safety notes include: do not use on people allergic to any ingredients; not for children under 2 years; do not spray into the eyes, nose or mouth; external use only; keep out of reach of children. If contact with eyes occurs, flush with warm water. Follow the included product instructions for dosage and timing, and discontinue if irritation occurs.
After completing the initial treatment, a second application is recommended 9 days later to target any remaining eggs that may have hatched. This helps ensure thorough removal when eggs are most vulnerable to the second pass.
In practice, you’ll spray the lotion until the hair is lightly wetted, massage to coat thoroughly, wait at least 15 minutes, and then comb out lice and eggs before drying. This approach is designed to be gentle on the scalp while delivering effective coverage.
Storage: keep out of reach of children and store following general product safety guidance on the packaging.
How to use Zap Complete Head Lice Treatment
Follow the steps to detect, treat, and remove lice and eggs using the spray lotion and comb.
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Check for infestation
Use the provided comb to check for lice in good light. Treat all household members at the same time to reduce re-infestation risk.
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Apply treatment
Carefully spray Zap all over the hair until lightly wetted. Massage the lotion into the hair and scalp for about a minute to ensure full coating. Leave the lotion on for at least 15 minutes.
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Wash hair
Rinse and wash the hair as normal. You may not need to use conditioner immediately after treatment.
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Remove lice and eggs
Before drying, use the Zap comb to remove lice and eggs. Detangle towel-dried hair with a regular comb and divide into four sections. Comb from scalp to ends, collecting any lice or eggs on tissue, then move to the next strand.
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Repeat treatment
Repeat steps 2-4 nine days after the first treatment to address any remaining eggs that may have hatched.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this product safe for children over 2 years old?
Yes, the product is safe for adults and children over 2 years when used as directed. Do not use on children under 2 years.
How is this product used?
Follow the instructions: check for head lice, apply the spray until lightly wetted, massage the lotion into hair and scalp for about a minute, leave for at least 15 minutes, then wash hair and remove lice and eggs with the included comb. A second treatment is advised 9 days later.
What should I avoid during use?
Do not spray into the eyes, nose, or mouth. For external use only and keep out of reach of children. If contact with eyes occurs, rinse with warm water.
What makes this treatment different from chemical lice products?
This product uses a non-chemical mode of action and is insecticide free, designed to help prevent resistance development while providing lice and nit removal through the included comb.
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