Best Lice Shampoos & Rinses of 2025

"This kit had everything we needed for an unexpected homework assignment from school. The application turned out to be better than anticipated, and my kids actually enjoyed the super fine toothbrush and how silky it made their hair feel. I’ll definitely reach for this product again if we face another outbreak."

"I was pleased that it arrived on time and I was happy with the product."

"I feel like I wasted my money; I ended up needing to wet comb them out instead."

"When I found lice in my daughter's hair, I was frantic and bought Nix without researching. It did kill the adult lice, but it burned, had a terrible smell, and left my daughter in tears, not to mention it did nothing for the eggs. I ordered this product from Lice Clinics, and it arrived the next day. The smell was lovely, it was easy to apply, and there are no signs of lice or nits a week later. My daughter has very long hair, so brushing it well made a big difference. The applicator took a bit to master, but once I did, it was effective. It got pretty sticky, but that’s how it suffocates the lice. It took about three washes to get it all out, but it was worth it. If we ever face lice again, this will be my go-to product."

"After my daughter had lice from school, I panicked and scoured for the right solution. This product arrived quickly, and I cannot stress enough how effective it is. The smell is tolerable, and it’s thick and oily, which helped get rid of all the lice easily. It took some time due to the amount of hair she has, but the results were impressive. I even used it for my own thin hair as a precaution. The price is very reasonable compared to salon treatments, and it worked wonders. Just a slight headache complaint on day two, but it passed. I highly recommend it."

"I used this for a moderate lice issue with my daughter, and I was really impressed. Effectiveness: 10/10. She had about a dozen lice, and they were completely gone after application. The smell was delightful, like natural shampoo, which was a pleasant surprise. It was very easy to use; I just attached the bottle to the comb and saturated her hair. After combing and washing, I found only a few nits, which came off easily. It's been two weeks without any issues. I love this product!"

"I work in a preschool, and with a child infested with lice in the room, I’ve been using this product for over two months. I haven't gotten lice yet, so I’d say it really works! The conditioner spray leaves my hair soft, and while the smell isn’t very strong, I think it’s pleasant. No complaints so far!"

"I use this spray every morning for my kids before school or activities to help ward off lice. The scent is a bit strong, so I make sure to use it sparingly. Honestly, I can't say for sure if it works, but it gives me peace of mind to think I'm helping prevent lice!"

"I absolutely love this product! I initially bought it for my daughter because of lice outbreaks at school. Not only did it keep lice away, but I also noticed her hair growing significantly! After about a month of use, it started to leave our hair a bit oily, so we now use it once or twice a week. I highly recommend it for both lice prevention and hair growth!"

"I always use this with my youngest daughter, and it has always worked. Now, I'm using it with my son. It's perfect; the smell is not too strong, and it works great!"

"I can't say for sure if it works, but it definitely has the scent of all the oils advertised. I appreciate that it's tear-free, so I use it carefully near my kids' hairline."

"After seeing some one-star reviews, I realized some people expected this shampoo to eliminate existing lice. It's actually a preventative solution, not a treatment for live lice. After treating lice, I use this to keep them away, and it does a fantastic job!"

"At my son's school, we've faced a lice problem for over a year. Using this shampoo has helped prevent infestations at home during outbreaks."

"I bought this shampoo as a preventive measure after a lice notice came from school. I was pleasantly surprised at how smooth it made my kids' hair. I followed the instructions and added conditioner afterward, but I'm not sure how it would work alone. The pleasant smell and my kids' lack of complaints make me feel it's a win, especially since we haven't encountered lice."

"My teenage daughter, who has long thick hair, caught lice early in the summer. She's been using this shampoo alongside a lice spray with the same ingredients, and we've done two rounds of treatment. It's been a tedious process to clear out every egg, but she's currently lice-free and still using this shampoo. With school starting soon, I plan to keep her on it. One time, while using the comb with the shampoo, she even found a dead bug. Although it's not the cheapest, it's worth it if it continues to work."

"This stuff is the real deal; it works better than other prescription creams and offers great value!"

"I haven't used it yet, but I'm hopeful it works since I heard good things about it for lice."

"I have no complaints about the product; however, it wasn't sealed properly, and I lost about a quarter of the liquid. But the delivery was great!"

"Lice can be so disruptive, and this stuff worked right away. It immediately went to work and killed everything. We also bought the Terminator Nit Free lice comb, which was a must-have product. We had no signs of lice after the first treatment, but did the second as a precaution. We first tried traditional Rid product, which was a joke, and the nit comb that came with it was ineffective. This stuff, however, worked great. It will leave your hair oily looking the next day even after shampooing, but that's a small price to pay to get rid of the lice so quickly."

"I've only used it once so far, but my head is still just as itchy and I can still feel them on my head. I followed the directions exactly. I still have some left, so I will try it again, but I'm skeptical that if it didn't work the first time, it probably won't the next time either. It was very oily, but I managed to get the oil out with two washes. These lice seem immune to so many products."

"I had lice for six months and tried everything on the market. Nothing worked. I want to tell everyone that I used hairspray. Yes, hairspray. I'm now lice-free. Let me tell you how to use it: Spray as much as you can in your dry hair. It traps the lice and they die. Leave it in for two days and wash it out with Dawn soap or any shampoo mixed with baking soda. Keep spraying your hair with hairspray every day and wash it out every two days until they are all gone. Hairspray works!"

"I’ve bought this several times, and it works every single time! I like to keep the leave-in spray handy and use it periodically. The scent is strong, but I don’t mind it—it makes the place smell minty!"

"I ordered this during a lice outbreak at my son's school. After using the Nix shampoo, I started using this every day before school. The citronella smell is quite strong, but it seems to be effective!"

"My daughter had a lice scare, so I used this product. Thankfully, she was safe! I still apply it when he’ll be around a lot of kids because his hair is so long."

"I found that lice don't stand a chance against this product line. After trying so many other remedies, this shampoo and the leave-in spray worked wonders! Just one treatment with the spray killed all lice, and we haven’t had issues since. I wish I had tried this first as it would have saved me time and money. Definitely worth buying!"

"This product line is my go-to. I always start with the spray, leaving it on overnight with a bag over their heads. I wash everything in hot water and use the furniture spray as well. I decided to include the shampoo this year for everyone in the house. It not only helps with lice but also works wonders for my oily scalp. I'm so glad to have this in my arsenal!"

"Using this shampoo is incredibly easy. It creates a thick, no-drip lather that I can use freely. I recommend leaving it in for at least 30 minutes to an hour. It’s concentrated with salt and tea tree oil, which you can feel working. Just remember to use it for at least 7 days to catch any hatching lice eggs. It really is simple to use, and I plan to keep using it."

"After finding lice in my boys' hair, I purchased the spray and used it for a couple of weeks. I haven't found a single lice or egg since! The smell is a bit off, but it's bearable until it fades away."

"When my daughter's class had lice, I quickly bought the boo spray. I spray it on all three kids daily—about 5-7 pumps for my daughter and 2 for the boys. So far, no lice! The fine mist helps with coverage, and we've gotten used to the rosemary scent. Highly recommend!"

"I ordered this on subscription every month because it works great! My daughter's lice problem improved significantly within days, and now she's lice-free. We continue using it 4 to 5 times a week, and it keeps her hair looking nice and smelling fantastic."