Fundamentals of ethnic hair : the dermatologist's perspective / Crystal Aguh, Ginette A. Okoye, editors.
Aguh, Crystal, editor.; Okoye, Ginette A., editor.
2017
RL91
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Title Fundamentals of ethnic hair : the dermatologist's perspective / Crystal Aguh, Ginette A. Okoye, editors.
ISBN 9783319456959 (electronic book)
3319456954 (electronic book)
9783319456942 (hardcover)
3319456946 (hardcover)
DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-45695-9
Published Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2017]
Copyright ©2017
Language English
Description 1 online resource (xiii, 160 pages) : illustrations.
Other Standard Identifiers 10.1007/978-3-319-45695-9 doi
Call Number RL91
Dewey Decimal Classification 612.799
Summary Written to address the growing trend of hair loss in ethnic populations, The Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair: A Dermatologist's Perspective elucidates the science of curly hair, demystifies prevailing hair styling trends, and presents practical advice for minimizing the harmful effects of these hair styling practices. Written from a dermatologist's perspective, this textbook seamlessly blends science and practical management. Chapters include physical and chemical properties of the hair, thermal and chemical straightening, extensions, razor bumps and special cultural considerations.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Added Author Aguh, Crystal, editor.
Okoye, Ginette A., editor.
Available in Other Form Fundamentals of ethnic hair.
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Part 1: Structure and function of hair
Chemical and physical properties of hair: comparisons between Asian, Black and Caucasian hair
Part 2 : Aesthetic modifications of ethnic hair
Chemical modifications of ethnic hair
Thermal modifications of ethnic hair
Ethnic hairstyling practices and hair prostheses I: Dreadlocks
Ethnic hairstyling practices and hair prostheses II: wigs, weaves and other extensions
Ethnic hair care products
Part 3 : Ethnic hair care: approach to developing a healthy hair care regimen
Developing a healthy hair regimen I: formulating an optimal cleansing and conditioning regimen
Developing a healthy hair regimen II: transitioning to chemical-free styling (to natural hair) and prevention of hair trauma
Part 4: Hair and scalp disorders secondary to hair care practices
Seborrheic dermatitis
Scarring alopecias related to hairstyling practices
Pseudofolliculitis barbae and acne keloidalis nuchae
Part 5: Special cultural considerations
Ethnic hair considerations for people of African, South Asian, Muslim and Sikh origins.

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