We have two types of hair, says dermatologist Elizabeth Houshmand. Vellus hairs, or “peach fuzz,” cover virtually our entire ...

The presence of two types of hair cells, the inner and outer hair cells, in the organ of Corti was appreciated nearly a 100 years ago but the function of the two has only become clear in the last 20 ...

The U of A has led publication of a paper that expands our understanding of sensory neurons in the tentacles of sea anemones, ...

Struggling with brittle hair? Discover six nutrient-rich foods proven to strengthen strands, boost your hair growth and end ...

Vitamin E is an effective method for treating hair loss. A small study revealed that people taking vitamin E supplements for eight months experienced a 34.5% increase in hair growth. You can also find ...

For people with hairy cell leukemia (HCL), a healthy diet may help strengthen and support the immune system, which may help keep the condition under control. HCL is a rare leukemia that affects ...

Discover the fascinating science behind gray hair, how stress affects pigmentation, and effective strategies to maintain your ...

The hair follicle is a major repository for epidermal stem cells. Learning more about the processes that regulate the differentiation of these cells will improve the prospects for skin replacement ...

There is also a relatively new treatment for hair loss. Stem cell therapy for hair loss is yet to get a thumbs up from the US Food and Drug Administration. However, there are clinics in different ...