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GlossaryHair Curling (Hair Styling)

altering hair structure to create curls or waves

Hair curling refers to the process of creating curls or waves in straight or wavy hair using various techniques and tools. This can be achieved through the use of curling irons, rollers, or chemical treatments like perms. The process involves altering the hair's structure, often by applying heat or chemicals, to achieve the desired curl pattern.

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research All Hairstyles Are Not Created Equal: What the Dermatologist Needs to Know About Black Hairstyling Practices and the Risk of Traction Alopecia

52 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Certain black hairstyling practices increase the risk of traction alopecia, requiring better management and education.

research Afro-Ethnic Hairstyling Trends, Risks, and Recommendations

4 citations , January 2022 in “Cosmetics”

Avoid high-tension styles and use professional treatments to reduce hair damage and health risks.

research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Challenges and Solutions

37 citations , August 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

The document concludes that better treatments for CCCA are needed and more research is required to understand its causes related to hairstyling and genetics.

research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)

September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

CCCA is a common hair loss condition in African American women, often inherited and influenced by hairstyling, with unique scalp features detectable by special tools.

research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

72 citations , July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.

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community Let's talk keratin products and hair loss

in Styling 2 upvotes 2 weeks ago

OP is considering using a keratin gel to improve hair quality and is concerned about its safety and visual impact on a slightly balding crown. Users discuss shampoo frequency, with some suggesting less frequent use for better hair health, but OP prefers regular shampoo and conditioner for silky hair.

community How bad is Oscar Piastri's hairline?

in Chat 209 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Oscar Piastri's hairline and hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants. Users share experiences and discuss treatment effectiveness.

community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 2 months ago

Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

community Incredible results after just 1 month on dutasteride and minoxidil!

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 11 months ago

A user reported significant hair improvement after one month of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Others expressed skepticism, attributing perceived changes to lighting and styling, and debated the effectiveness and risks of these treatments.

community Hair gel makes my hair look terribly unhealthy?!

in Styling 267 upvotes 6 months ago

Avoid hair gel; use sea salt spray, matte clay, or styling powder for volume. Use finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.

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