59 citations
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” Asian hair is more resistant to UV damage due to higher lipid content.
May 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks”
21 citations
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October 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Asian hair is stronger and more damage-resistant than Caucasian hair due to a thicker cuticle layer.
7 citations
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July 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Different ethnic hair traits must be considered for successful hair restoration surgery to achieve natural-looking results.
49 citations
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June 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
2 citations
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May 2002 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Ethnic differences in hair and skin are significant and under-researched, requiring tailored dermatologic treatments and more study.
12 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Dermatologists should address discrimination and consider ethnic and gender differences in treatments.
The book provides a guide to cosmetic surgery for people with darker skin, covering various treatments and addressing their unique skin characteristics.
68 citations
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August 2014 in “PeerJ” Human hair proteins vary by individual, body site, and ethnicity, useful for forensics.
55 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
15 citations
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May 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different ethnic hair types have unique nanoscopic and molecular features despite having the same basic keratin structure.
October 2022 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair restoration surgery, including hairline-lowering and hair transplantation, can effectively treat hair loss and improve appearance in all ethnic groups.
5 citations
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February 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that understanding hair loss and considering medical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride before surgery is important, especially for young patients with rapid hair loss, and that hairline design varies among different ethnicities.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Clinical trials for hair loss in the USA show differences in participation among different races and ethnic groups.
53 citations
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” Coily/curly hair products cost more than straight hair products, highlighting a need for fair pricing.
10 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic clinics” Men of different ethnicities are more often getting cosmetic treatments, and doctors should consider their specific skin types and cultural standards.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “JAMA Network Open” Asian women with breast cancer experience the highest rates of long-term hair loss and related distress after chemotherapy.
July 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clinical trials for alopecia areata need better inclusion and retention of patients of color.
Certain genetic markers on chromosome 20 are linked to hair loss in the Han Chinese from Yunnan.
Ethnic differences in skin and hair affect penetration minimally, but cultural habits matter in product development.
Hirsutism is relatively common among young Greek women.
January 2023 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie, FMC” Black skin requires specific cosmetic practices, which can sometimes cause skin issues due to product misuse, and there's a need for better regulations in sub-Saharan Africa.
10 citations
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December 2020 in “Dermatitis” Ethnic hair products contain different allergens than nonethnic ones, with fragrance being the most common in ethnic products.
August 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” The issue provides detailed guidance on ethnic considerations in facial plastic surgery, with high-quality visuals and useful information for practitioners, but could be more concise in some parts.
115 citations
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September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Different ethnic groups have unique hair growth patterns, with African hair growing slower and less dense, Asian hair growing fast but sparse, and Caucasian hair being densest; men are more likely to experience hair loss than women.
28 citations
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January 2017 in “Obstetrician & gynaecologist/The obstetrician & gynaecologist” The document concludes that managing PCOS effectively requires considering ethnic differences, obesity's impact, and ethical concerns in treatment approaches.