PubMed · 2003 · 42 citations · 1 references
HumanitiesDermatologyEthnic StudiesAfrican American Cultural StudiesAfrican American HistoryWomen's HealthAfrican American Cultural HistoryBlack Women's HealthBlack Women's HistoryHair DisordersHair Follicle DisordersSkin CareAfrican American Hair CultureAfrican American Women's HealthAfrican American Women's HistoryHair ExaminationHair Style SignificationHair StylingScalp ExaminationTraditional Styling
Hair care in African American women is wrought with historical and cultural issues. Dermatologists need to improve their understanding of hair and scalp disorders in their African American patient population by being informed about the styling methods commonly used by and for these patients. The styling habits described in this article are intended to encompass the hairstyles adapted by a wide range of African American women with varying hair textures.
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