A new study provides evidence that specific hair characteristics, namely alignment and shine, play a significant part in how a woman’s age, health, and attractiveness are perceived. The research, ...

A new Missouri state law now prevents discrimination on natural hair textures and styles associated with race.

Straight-aligned hair paired with higher shine evokes the appearance of greater youth, health, and attractiveness, according ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

If you've ever brushed your hair in the shower and watched way too many strands go down the drain, you know how unsettling that can feel. For many of us, hair is a crucial part of our identity and can ...

If you’re dealing with hair loss, take heart in knowing that you’re not alone. According to the Cleveland Clinic, more than 50 percent of women will experience noticeable loss at some point in their ...

Millions of women regularly remove it. Does it have to be that way? Credit...Lisa Sorgini for The New York Times Supported by By Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff The day before Rosemary Greenwood’s first ...

When your brush quickly becomes clogged with hair or you start finding increasing numbers of stray strands on your clothes, it's enough to make any woman feel uneasy—especially if you’re also getting ...

Hair loss is a common concern for many women, affecting both self-esteem and confidence. Among the various treatments available, spironolactone and finasteride are two medications frequently discussed ...

Tens of millions of women around the world suffer from some form of hair loss and the story has sparked a global conversation. We bring together three women with alopecia, in the US, South Africa and ...