title: Hair care practices in African-American patients.
abstract: The unique properties of hair in those patients of African descent allow a limitless range of hair-care options. For the clinician, a general understanding of hair-care practices is an important aid in the diagnosis and treatment of hair shaft and scalp disorders. This review highlights common hair-care practices in women, men, and children of color. Cleansing, moisturizing, and styling techniques are discussed, as well as potential complications associated with their use.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA, USA.
authors.forename: Ingrid E
authors.initials: IE
authors.lastname: Roseborough
authors.forename: Amy J
authors.initials: AJ
authors.lastname: McMichael
mesh_terms: D001741:Black or African American; D001504:Beauty; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D005260:Female; D006203:Hair Preparations; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D006203:Hair Preparations