Hair is a universal feature that defines much of our physical appearance, and its texture, colour, and health can play a key role in our self-esteem and personal identity. Whether curly, straight, ...

This podcast was produced for L’Oréal Groupe by Scientific American Custom Media, a division separate from the magazine’s board of editors. Whether your hair is curly, straight or something in between ...

Hair thinning isn’t just a vanity concern, and it’s far more common than many people realize. Across ages, genders and regions, more than 80 million Americans experience changes in hair density and ...

For some, getting their hair styled is a routine task—book an appointment, show up, clean up and go. For Janet Wangari Olivero, it’s an expedition. There was the initial hunt to find a stylist with ...

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You’ve just run a comb through your hair, and there it is another snapped strand, frizzy ends, and a dull finish. Frustrating, right? Like many, you probably reach for that glassy bottle of hair serum ...

Concerns over hair damage from traditional dyes are growing. Ammonia and hydrogen peroxide in hair colours can lead to ...

Gray hair solutions vary, but research shows many "natural" claims oversimplify damage. While temporary and semi-permanent colors are gentler by staying on the hair's surface, they offer less coverage ...