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GlossaryHair Curling

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 Worldwide diversity of hair curliness: a new method of assessment

95 citations , October 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

A new method accurately classifies hair types, showing global hair diversity.

Geometric Classification of Scalp Hair for Valid Drug Testing, More Reliable Than Hair Curl Groups

research Geometric classification of scalp hair for valid drug testing, 6 more reliable than 8 hair curl groups

16 citations , June 2017 in “PLoS ONE”

A 6-group hair classification is more reliable for drug testing than an 8-group system.

Segmental Vitiligo and Hair Curling After Interferon Alpha and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C

research Segmental Vitiligo and Hair Curling After Interferon α and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C

14 citations , January 2006 in “Skinmed”

A woman developed white patches on her skin and curly hair after hepatitis C treatment, likely due to the medication interferon alpha.

research Curly Hair Induced by Valproate in Bipolar Disorder

5 citations , January 2016 in “Clinical psychopharmacology and neuroscience/Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neuroscience”

Valproate can cause rare hair curling in some patients.

research Perampanel‐induced hair curling in a patient with epilepsy associated with Pitt Hopkins syndrome

1 citations , October 2019 in “Epileptic disorders”

A girl with Pitt-Hopkins syndrome developed curly hair as a rare side effect from the epilepsy drug perampanel.

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community Hair became curly, dry, and lifeless after starting oral minoxidil – is this the “ugly phase” or permanent?

in Minoxidil 15 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil caused changes in hair texture, making it curly, dry, and lifeless, raising concerns about whether this is a temporary phase or permanent. Users discussed potential side effects of oral minoxidil, including heart issues, and suggested consulting a dermatologist and monitoring health markers.

community My hair became curly after 9 months on fin + min. How common is this?

in Update 144 upvotes 3 months ago

Hair texture changes, such as hair becoming curly, are common when using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users report various experiences with these treatments, including changes in hair density and texture, with some using additional products like alfatrodial, fluridil, and pyrilutamide for hair maintenance.

community Us curly/ wavy hair guys have it worse

in Chat 39 upvotes 1 year ago

Curly and wavy hair can make hair loss appear worse due to clumping, but using less product, shorter cuts, and leave-in conditioner can help manage appearance. Minoxidil and finasteride are considered for treatment, and some find that styling can hide thinning areas.

community CURLY HAIR HELP: Some questions about scalp buildup from topical minox

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, peppermint/castor oil with saw palmetto, and plans to start oral minoxidil. The user seeks advice on managing scalp buildup and flakiness from topical minoxidil, especially for curly hair, and considers using both oral and topical minoxidil.

community Does ketoconazole shampoo make hair curly?

in Ketoconazole 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user noticed their hair became curly after using ketoconazole shampoo and wonders if the shampoo caused the change. They like the new curls and want to maintain them.

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