The Influence of African-American Hair's Curl Pattern on Its Mechanical Properties

    September 2005 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”
    Crystal Porter, S. Diridollou, Victoria Holloway Barbosa
    TLDR African-American hair's curl pattern significantly affects its strength and elasticity.
    The study examined the mechanical properties of African-American hair, focusing on how its unique curl pattern influenced these properties. The research was conducted by Crystal E. Porter, Stephane Diridollou, and Victoria Holloway Barbosa at the L’Oréal Institute for Ethnic Hair and Skin Research. The findings highlighted that the curl pattern of African-American hair significantly affected its mechanical behavior, including aspects such as strength and elasticity. This research contributed to a better understanding of the specific needs and characteristics of African-American hair, which could inform the development of more effective hair care products tailored to this demographic.
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