10/24/2024
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Here are 3 useful tips to prevent getting head lice when purchasing Halloween costumes:
1. Purchase your Halloween costume online. Ordering online can reduce the chances of picking up a bug by 80%-90%. In-store purchases may carry the risk of head lice left on costumes by others trying them on. To avoid this, use the online size chart to help find the right fit, and consider ordering a few options. Worst case scenario, you can return what you don’t use. Most online stores accept returns of unused items in their original packaging—just be sure to check the return policy. If you have extra costumes, consider donating them to local charities! Many communities host Halloween costume drives at libraries, schools, and children’s stores around this time of year.
2. If you prefer purchasing in-store, make sure to wash the costume before wearing it. If washing isn’t possible, leave the costume in its bag for 48 hours (head lice can only survive for two days without a host) or place the costume in the freezer for 12 hours to kill any lingering lice.
3. Make your own ! Kids love the creativity that comes with making their own costumes. Let their imagination run wild and create something fun together!
