Scientists have found that human hair growth does not grow by being pushed out of the root; it's actually pulled upward by a force associated with a hidden network of moving cells. The findings ...

Valued at approximately $3 billion, the rapidly rising luxury wig industry encompasses celebrities, cancer patients, fashion brands and more—with human hair pieces costing up to $12,000. ByDahvi Shira ...

As fashion looks to become more sustainable, we’ve seen a whole assortment of alternative materials hit the market, from mushroom leather to seaweed yarns and everything in between. One potential ...

A wooly coat and a head of human hair have more in common than you think; not only do they help retain body heat, they’re both made from keratin protein fibers. Now, a Dutch startup is questioning why ...

Tightly curled and long scalp hair of ancient hominins could have evolved to shield the scalp from the sun, reduce heat transmission due to the air pockets between the curls and minimize water loss ...

The global human hair extension market, valued at $4.45 billion in 2023, is on a rapid upward trajectory. Projections show it will rise to $4.88 billion in 2024, with a remarkable climb to $10.78 ...

Karen Mitchell is the CEO of True Hair Company, a national hair extension brand with a celebrity clientele. Mitchell started the company after losing her job and turning her side hustle of selling ...