Melanocytes are the cells that make melanin, the dark pigment that gives hair its color. Every hair follicle contains melanocytes that inject pigment (melanin) into the new hairs giving it its color. For this reason, hair color depends on melanocyte stem cells that live at the base of hair follicles.
Read MoreThe Brazilian blowout is a popular way to straighten curly or kinky hair. This process is sometimes called a keratin treatment (although there are differences between the two - will post on this later). These products work by applying a solution to the hair with the aim of sealing the cuticle. The result is straight hair without the frizz.
Read MoreOn average, women spend at least 1 hour and 53 minutes a week styling their hair.
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Read MoreNext to bone marrow, hair is the fastest growing tissue in the human body.
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