The Surface and Internal Features of Pubic Hair: A Comparative Study With Those of Scalp Hair

    June 2023 in “ Experimental dermatology ”
    Soo Ryeon Ryu, Jungwoo Suh, Hye Young Kim, Kwanwoo Shin
    Studysummary This study found that pubic hair from Korean males has a thicker cuticle layer with more scales compared to scalp hair, offering better protection against chemical damage, and hypothesizes this evolved as a defense mechanism against exposure to urine and ammonia.
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