Types of hair dye: from temporary to permanent
Hair dyeing is a ubiquitous cosmetic practice with deep historical roots, and modern formulations have become highly diversified to meet different aesthetic goals, hair types,…
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Eyelash Dyes and Lash Tinting: Benefits, Procedures, and the Risks Behind a Popular Cosmetic Treatment
Eyelash dyes and lash tinting have become popular services in salons and at-home beauty routines, promising darker, more defined lashes without the daily use of…
Swimmer’s Hair: What Pool Water Really Does to Human Hair
Recreational and competitive swimming exposes hair to an environment unlike any other in daily life: prolonged immersion in water that typically contains added disinfectants, dissolved…
From Victorian Alarm to Twenty-First-Century Fashion: The Shifting Meaning of the Beard
When men stop shaving, others start talking. Across the past two centuries journalists, preachers, physicians, and social-media influencers, have treated facial hair as a barometer…
The Shifting Arches: A Cultural History of Eyebrow Plucking and Shaving
Throughout history the human face has functioned as a public document, and few features have been edited as frequently as the eyebrow. Physically small yet…
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…
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 Conditioners
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.…