9 citations
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March 1996 in “Pediatric dermatology” People of African or Asian descent have unique skin issues that need special care.
20 citations
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October 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
12 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
7 citations
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August 2023 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A new device improves hair transplant success for people of African descent by considering skin thickness and firmness.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.