Hair Color Measurement

January 2010 in “ Elsevier eBooks ”

Desmond J. Tobin

Studysummary This chapter reviews the formation of natural hair color, strategies for artificial coloring, and future trends, without presenting new research findings.

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The document discussed the significance of hair color in human communication and its relevance to various fields such as biomedical science, anthropology, forensic science, cosmetic science, and toxicology. It covered the formation of natural hair color in hair follicles, changes due to aging and environmental factors, and methods for artificial hair coloring. Additionally, it described how researchers measure hair fiber color, whether natural or artificially colored, and concluded with insights into future trends in hair color research.

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