Hair Density: What It Really Means, How It’s Measured, and Why It Changes
When people talk about “thick” or “thin” hair, they are usually describing hair density – that is, the number of visible hair shafts emerging from…
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Differences in Scalp Hair Density by Ethnicity: A Comparative Overview
Hair density—commonly measured as the number of hair strands per square centimeter (hairs/cm^2)—is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, age, hormonal status, scalp…
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…
The Unit Area Trichogram: Methods, Applications, and Comparative Advantages in Hair Analysis
Hair analysis serves as a critical tool in both clinical and research settings, enabling scientists, dermatologists, and other medical professionals to assess hair growth patterns,…
The Hair Wash Test: A Useful Tool in Trichology
The hair wash test is a helpful diagnostic tool in trichology, offering clinicians and researchers a quantitative method to assess hair shedding. This test involves…
Understanding Exclamation Mark Hair: Causes, Implications, and Associated Disorders
In the realm of dermatology, the term “exclamation mark hair” sometimes arises in discussions concerning some hair disorders. This distinctive phenomenon presents as short, broken…
Understanding How We Feel Touch Through Hair: An Exploration of Sensory Mechanisms
The Wonder of Touch: Have you ever wondered why a gentle breeze feels different on your arm than on your palm, or why a hairbrush…
Comparative Analysis of Hair Density in Africans / African-Americans
Over the years several research initiatives have investigated African hair characteristics, uncovering its unique attributes and growth patterns. When juxtaposed with other ethnicities, the patterns…
Do humans have episodes of seasonal hair shedding
The enigma of human evolution is characterized by the reduction of body hair, with thick hair persisting primarily on the scalp, axilla, pubic region, and…