Do white hairs grow thicker and faster than pigmented hairs in humans ?
Greying is one of the most visible hallmarks of human ageing, yet its functional consequences for hair fibre biology are often overlooked. Clinicians and lay…
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How Fast Does Hair Turn Grey As We Age ?
Few biological changes announce themselves as clearly – or as emotionally – as the first silver strands of hair on the temples. How quickly those…
Why is alopecia areata often expressed as well defined patches ?
Alopecia areata (AA) is a complex autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair, often in well-defined circular areas, while adjacent hair follicles remain…
Beard Hair Biology: Structure, Density, Growth Rate
Structure of Beard Hair: The structure of male beard hair is intriguingly complex and markedly different from scalp hair. The variability in shape encompasses various…