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GlossaryHair Shape

physical form of individual hair strands

Hair shape refers to the physical form or structure of individual hair strands, which can be straight, wavy, curly, or coily. This shape is primarily determined by the shape of the hair follicle and the distribution of keratin proteins within the hair shaft. For example, round follicles typically produce straight hair, while oval or asymmetrical follicles result in wavy or curly hair.

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research Dermal papilla cell number specifies hair size, shape and cycling and its reduction causes follicular decline

211 citations , April 2013 in “Development”

More dermal papilla cells in hair follicles lead to larger, healthier hair, while fewer cells cause hair thinning and loss.

research Hair shape of curly hair

78 citations , June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Curly hair shape is determined by the hair bulb.

research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics

53 citations , July 2016 in “Cosmetics”

Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.

research Runx3 is involved in hair shape determination

34 citations , June 2005 in “Developmental dynamics”

Runx3 helps determine hair shape.

research The biology of hair shape

26 citations , September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Hair shape is determined by genetic, molecular, and cellular factors.

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community New hair institute, Seoul, Dr Ko - 2000 graft no shave fue

in Transplants 55 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with a no shave FUE hair transplant by Dr. Ko in Seoul, including aftercare with oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and prescribed dutasteride and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily). The procedure cost over $5,000 USD, and the user is satisfied with the results.

community Just shaved off my hair, and I absolutely hate it.

12 upvotes 9 years ago

A user expressed distress over shaving their head due to hair loss before a job interview, feeling unattractive and depressed. Replies offered support, admiration for their bravery, and advice to embrace their new look with confidence.

community Shampoo + Protein shake causing hair shedding?

in Ketoconazole 1 year ago

The user started using ketoconazole shampoo and whey protein shakes and noticed increased hair shedding, seeking advice on whether these could be the cause. Another user shared their experience with hair loss after starting protein shakes and mentioned using finasteride, which eventually improved their hair condition.

community Peace out ✌🏽 Tressless, I’ve went ahead and just shaved off my hair, I no longer want to deal with everything that comes with Finasteride and other drugs, I’ve made my peace, hope everyone in this Sub gain peace and results 💯

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 420 upvotes 3 years ago

The user's decision to shave their head rather than continue using drugs like finasteride and minoxidil to try and stop hair loss, as well as other suggestions such as scalp micropigmentation.

community Shaved my (transplanted) hair during quarantine

in Shaved/buzzed 107 upvotes 6 years ago

A user shaved their transplanted hair during quarantine and shared positive results after one year, using Minoxidil 5%. They had 1,500 hairs transplanted via the DHI method with no visible scarring.

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