Reimagining Hair Science: A New Approach to Classify Curly Hair Phenotypes via New Quantitative Geometric and Structural Mechanical Parameters

    May 2023 in “ Accounts of chemical research ”
    Michelle Gaines, Imani Page, Nolan A. Miller, Benjamin R. Greenvall, Joshua J. Medina, Duncan J. Irschick, Adeline Southard, Alexander E. Ribbe, Gregory M. Grason, Alfred Crosby
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    TLDR New methods can better classify curly hair types and lead to improved hair care products.
    The study introduces a novel method to classify curly hair phenotypes using new quantitative geometric and structural mechanical parameters. The research, conducted by a team from Spelman College and the University of Massachusetts, aims to provide a more precise and scientific approach to understanding hair curl patterns. The classification system includes definitions for various curl patterns such as straight, wavy, curly, and kinky, based on the shape and diameter of the hair fibers. This new approach could lead to better hair care products and treatments tailored to specific hair types.
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