Do Nits Prefer Dirty or Clean Hair?

This guide answers Do Nits Prefer Dirty or Clean Hair? with practical information for families dealing with head lice. It focuses on the specific question rather than repeating a generic overview.

For this topic—Do Nits Prefer Dirty or Clean Hair?—Base cleaning on recent use and contact with hair, then follow the item’s normal care instructions. Avoid unnecessary chemical sprays or discarding belongings.

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• do nits like dirty hair or clean hair
• do nits prefer dirty hair
• does hair cleanliness affect lice

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