Nits are teardrop-shaped, laid close to the root of the hair and are glued firmly onto the hair shaft. Fresh eggs are a golden-brown colour and are plump and shiny before they hatch. Hatched or empty eggs are white and flat.

Do nits shine?

Nits have a shiny appearance and can appear white, especially in dark hair.

What does an empty nit egg look like?

Credit: Head lice eggs (nits) are brown or white (empty shells) and attached to the hair.