Development of the Hair and Scalp Care Questionnaire: Measuring the Impact of Hair and Scalp Issues on Psychological Wellbeing in Healthy Populations

    April 2025 in “ International Journal of Cosmetic Science ”
    Alice Newton‐Fenner, William M. Hirst, Thérèse Jones … Timo Giesbrecht
    Studysummary This research found that the Hair & Scalp CARE questionnaire is an effective tool for assessing the impact of scalp and hair condition on psychological wellbeing, and suggests healthier hair and scalp are linked to lower stress and better sleep.
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