Lice Clear Gel

Lice Clear Gel is a topical scalp treatment supplied as a 70ml gel, formulated around dimethicone as its sole active ingredient. Dimethicone is a silicone compound, and this product is described by its supplier as “non-pesticide based” and “pure food grade” — placing it in a distinct category from insecticide-based head lice treatments that rely on chemicals such as permethrin or malathion.

The gel is a physical, silicone-coating formulation rather than a pesticide, and is presented as odourless and non-chemical. It is typically sold with a fine-tooth comb for use during and after application, and is applied directly to dry hair and scalp.

Lice Clear Gel is sold in Malaysia as an OTC (Over-the-Counter) product in a single 70ml pack size, and is positioned as an alternative to traditional pesticide-based lice lotions and shampoos for people who prefer a non-insecticidal, silicone-based option.

Apply the gel generously to completely dry hair, working section by section from roots to tips so the scalp and hair are fully coated. Massage the gel through the hair and leave it in place for the contact time stated on the packaging (commonly around 10 to 15 minutes). While the gel is still on the hair, use a fine-tooth comb, section by section, to comb through the hair. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and regular shampoo afterwards. Check the packaging for guidance on whether and when a second application is recommended, as manufacturers of comb-based lice gels commonly advise a repeat application about a week later to address any newly hatched nits.

This does not apply in the conventional sense, as Lice Clear Gel is a topical scalp product applied for a fixed contact time rather than a systemically dosed medicine. Follow the application steps above for each treatment session, and refer to the packaging for the number of treatment sessions recommended.

Use before the expiry date printed on the bottle and outer packaging.

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight, with the cap tightly closed after each use, and out of reach of children.

• Common: Mild scalp itching or irritation during or shortly after application.
• Common: A temporary oily or greasy feel to the hair, which resolves after shampooing.
• Serious: An allergic contact reaction — redness, swelling, or a spreading rash on the scalp or skin — is uncommon; discontinue use and seek medical advice if this occurs or does not settle.

• Known hypersensitivity to dimethicone or other silicone-based ingredients.
• Not for use on broken, grazed, or actively irritated scalp skin, or on open sores.
• Not for use in or near the eyes; avoid the eye area during application and rinse promptly with water if accidental contact occurs.

• Not applicable — Lice Clear Gel is a topical, non-systemically absorbed silicone product with no known drug or food interactions.
• Using other oily, waxy, or silicone-based hair products at the same time as this gel may affect how evenly the gel coats the hair; it is best used on its own during a treatment session.

• Work through hair in small sections with the fine-tooth comb for more thorough combing.
• Wash combs, hairbrushes, hats, and pillowcases in hot water on the same day as treatment as a general hygiene measure.
• Check other members of the household on the same day, as head lice can spread between close contacts.
• Apply to completely dry hair rather than damp or wet hair for full coverage.
• Follow the packaging for whether a repeat application after about a week is recommended.
• Keep the gel away from the eyes and mouth during application.

Precautions: For external use on scalp hair only; avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes, and rinse promptly with water if accidental contact occurs. Do not use on broken or irritated scalp skin or open sores. Keep out of reach of children, and supervise young children during application.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor or pharmacist if the scalp shows signs of infection such as pus, spreading redness, or fever, if lice or nits are still present after repeated treatments as directed on the packaging, or if a skin reaction develops and does not settle after stopping use.