Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair The Dermatologist's Perspective [Paperback]

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.

CONTENTS

Foreword

Preface

PART 1. STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF HAIR

1. Chemical and Physical Properties of Hair: Comparisons between Asian, Black and         Caucasian Hair

Alice He and Ginette Okoye

PART 2. AESTHETIC MODIFICATIONS OF ETHNIC HAIR

2. Chemical Modifications of Ethnic Hair

Alessandra Haskin, Ginette A. Okoye, and Crystal Aguh

3. Thermal Modifications of Ethnic Hair

Alessandra Haskin, Crystal Aguh, and Ginette A. Okoye

4. Ethnic Hairstyling Practices and Hair Prostheses I:  Dreadlocks

Nashay N. Clemetson

5. Ethnic Hairstyling Practices and Hair Prostheses II:  Wigs, Weaves and Other Extensions

Alessandra Haskin and Crystal Aguh

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