Incidence of Hair Loss Concerns in Women Who Wear the Hijab: An Exploratory Survey
July 2024
in “
International Journal of Women’s Dermatology
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Studysummary This study found that many women who wear the hijab have concerns about alopecia, largely relying on social media for haircare information, which highlights the need for inclusive dermatological guidance. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
The study surveyed 186 Hijabi women to explore their concerns and practices related to hair loss. Results showed that 65% of respondents worried about alopecia, but only 37.4% noticed it. Common practices included wearing hair in a bun (64.7%) and using materials like cotton, chiffon, and jersey for hijabs. Most women received haircare information from social media (52.7%) and the internet (47.3%). The study highlights the need for dermatologists to provide targeted health education to address hair loss concerns in this population.
