Understanding Ethnic Differences in Hair Fiber
Hair is a defining characteristic of human appearance and has a significant cultural and personal influence on our identities. Although all human hair shares basic…
Tag: Hair Cosmetics
Exploring Techniques in Hair Lightening: Frosting, Tipping, Painting, Streaking, and Highlighting
Introduction: Hair lightening has been a staple in cosmetic practices, offering a variety of techniques for adding dimension and brightness to hair. These methods; frosting,…
Are Cheap Shampoos Bad for Hair?
The debate over whether cheap shampoos are detrimental to hair health is a common one. At the heart of this discussion is the composition of…
Understanding Hair ConditionersÂ
Hair conditioners are an essential part of many people’s hair care routine. The basic function of a conditioner is to make hair shiny and manageable.…
Understanding the Types of Shampoos Available
Shampoos are a staple in personal care, essential for maintaining clean and healthy hair. However, the variety of shampoos available in the market can be…
Hair Trivia – Can you Eat Hair?
Can you Eat Hair? The answer is no, but also – kind of. Some people develop an obsessive-compulsive habit of plucking and eating their hair;…
Organic hair dyes – henna hair dye
Since ancient Egyptian times people have used natural organic vegetable dyes to color the hair. This long history attests to their general safety, but also…
Science fair hair and hair loss related projects
Introduction: I get a few students contacting me looking for ideas on science projects about hair each year. This can be difficult because hair itself…
What is hair fiber made of?
The primary component of hair fiber is keratin, a type of protein, which consists of long chains (polymers) of amino acids. The keratin in hair…