with good lighting.
Separate the hair into small sections.
Look close to the scalp, especially around the ears and the back of the neck.
A fine-toothed lice comb can be useful for examining the hair.
Wet-combing can make the process easier because wet hair is less likely to move around while you’re working through it.
If you find something suspicious, save it if possible.
A clear photograph can also help a healthcare professional or pharmacist determine what it might be.
Don’t Confuse Nits With Dandruff
This is one of the most common sources of confusion.
Dandruff consists of flakes of skin.
Nits are eggs attached to individual hairs.
Try gently moving the suspected material along the hair shaft.
If it slips away easily, it may be dandruff or debris.
If it remains firmly attached, it deserves closer inspection.
But even this isn’t perfect.
Hair products and other debris can also
