A bulla (plural: bullae) is a medical term that describes a fluid-filled blister that forms on the skin. These blisters can occur for a variety of reasons, including burns, infections, or…
Capixyl is an innovative and relatively new active ingredient complex used in the hair care industry, particularly in products to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss. This complex combines a…
Chronic diffuse effluvium, also known as chronic diffuse hair loss, is a condition in which there is uniform thinning of hair across the entire scalp over a long period of time...
The cuticle is the outer layer of the hair shaft and plays a crucial role in protecting the inner part of the hair, the cortex, from damage. It consists of several layers of flat,…
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). It occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates the absorption of glucose (sugar)...
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is an androgenic hormone that is a stronger form of testosterone. It plays a crucial role in the development of male sexual characteristics during puberty, including the development of…
Diode lasers are an advanced technology in the world of laser hair removal and are notable for their effectiveness on a wide range of skin and hair types. These lasers use semiconductors as a medium…
Dutasteride is a drug that belongs to the class of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and is primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It works by...
Effluvium refers to excessive hair loss that goes beyond normal levels. This condition can have various causes and occur in different forms, affecting both the scalp and...
Ingrown hairs occur when hair that has been cut or grown grows back into the skin instead of breaking out through the skin. This can cause inflammation, pain, red bumps, sometimes...
Iron is an essential mineral that plays an important role in many body functions, including hair health. It helps produce hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that…
Hair removal creams, also known as depilation creams, are chemical products used to remove unwanted body hair. These creams contain chemical active ingredients that dissolve the keratin structure of the hair, so that the hair...
Epilation is a method of hair removal that uses electrical devices called epilators to remove hair at the root. This method offers an effective and relatively long-lasting solution to…
Eumelanin is one of the two main pigments found in human hair, skin and eyes. The other main pigment is pheomelanin. These pigments are responsible for the color and play an important…
The exogenous phase is the final part of the hair cycle, a phase in which the hair is expelled from the follicle. The human hair cycle consists of three main phases: anagen (growth phase), catagen (transition phase)…
The threading technique, also known as threading, is a traditional method of hair removal that originated in the Middle East and South Asia. In recent years, this technology has...
Solid-state laser hair removal uses laser light to specifically damage hair follicles, thereby reducing or eliminating the growth of unwanted hair. This method is one of the most effective…
Finasteride is a medication used to treat hair loss in men (male androgenetic alopecia) and to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It works,…
Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles that can be caused by infection, chemical irritation, or mechanical stimulation. It occurs when bacteria, fungi or other microorganisms enter the hair follicles...
Folliculitis keloidalis, also known as folliculitis keloidalis nuchae or acne keloidalis nuchae, is a chronic skin disease characterized by inflammation and subsequent scarring in the neck area, particularly the back of the head. This…
