Healthy Hair Habits for Kids

a part of the KIDS HYGIENE ESSENTIALS SERIES

importance of hair washing

Regular hair washing is essential for maintaining healthy hair and scalp. It helps remove dirt, oil, and unwanted residue from the hair and scalp. Regular shampooing also helps prevent the hair from becoming oily, dirty, and smelly. Moreover, washing hair helps remove dead skin follicles and stimulate hair growth. Teaching children how to shampoo properly, focusing on the scalp rather than the entire length of the hair, can prevent damage and lead to healthier-looking hair.

About Lice Prevention

Head lice are tiny parasitic insects that can infest the scalp and cause intense itching. They are very contagious and spread by close body contact and by shared clothes and other personal items. To prevent lice, children should be taught to avoid activities that may spread head lice. They should also be encouraged not to share items that touch the head, like combs or towels. Regular washing of bed sheets, blankets, and other personal items can also help prevent lice from infesting other people.

Read the next article in the Kids’ Hygiene Essentials Series: Teaching Kids About Germs.