Aguh, Okoye Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair

• Provides formal recommendations from a dermatologist´s perspective on ethnic hair
• Written by experts in the field
• Chapters include chemical structure of hair, styling and processing, hair disorders related to styling products, and special cultural considerations

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.