Types and Characteristics of Hair Across the Globe: Results of a Multinational Study on 19,461 Individuals.

IF 1.9 4区医学 Q3 DERMATOLOGY

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology Pub Date : 2025-02-18 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI:10.2147/CCID.S377009

Frederic Flament, Aurelie Maudet, Philippe Barbarat, Meriem Jabnoun, Muriel Bayer-Vanmoen, Audrey Imbert Legrain, Stephanie Leclerc-Mercier, Charles Taieb, Charbel Skayem, Laurence Lebarbanchon

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Abstract

Introduction: Hair plays a critical role in enhancing physical appearance, self-esteem, and identity. However, the impact of hair characteristics on daily life has received limited attention. This study aimed to assess the types and characteristics of hair, their variations according to age, gender, ethnicity, and country, and their effects on individuals' daily lives.

Methods: A study was conducted between February 2022 and June 2023 across nine countries: USA, France, Brazil, India, China, Mexico, Japan, South Africa, and Indonesia. A total of 19,461 participants aged 18 and older were selected using stratified, proportional sampling. Participants completed a structured digital questionnaire evaluating hair thickness, type, damage, and curl degree, alongside questions on stress, sleep, and well-being. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and statistical tests (T-test, Pearson's test).

Results: Thin hair was reported by 23.7% of males and 29.2% of females. Dry hair was more common in females (38.9%) than males (32.1%). Damaged hair was reported by 47% of females and 30% of males. Ethnic differences showed that thick hair was most common in African (40.7%) and least in Asian (26.3%) populations. The impact of hair type on daily life varied significantly across countries. Individuals with damaged or dry hair experienced higher stress, lack of sleep, and poor well-being, especially in Japan, India, and France. Hair type (straight, wavy, curly, kinky) also affected personal and professional stress levels differently in each country.

Conclusion: Our research shows that hair characteristics significantly influence daily life, self-image, and well-being, with notable variations by gender, ethnicity, and country. These findings highlight the need for interventions to address the psychological and social impacts of hair issues, contributing to better healthcare, body image, and product development.

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Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology Medicine-Dermatology

CiteScore

2.80

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4.30%

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353

审稿时长

16 weeks

期刊介绍： Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that focuses on the latest clinical and experimental research in all aspects of skin disease and cosmetic interventions. Normal and pathological processes in skin development and aging, their modification and treatment, as well as basic research into histology of dermal and dermal structures that provide clinical insights and potential treatment options are key topics for the journal. Patient satisfaction, preference, quality of life, compliance, persistence and their role in developing new management options to optimize outcomes for target conditions constitute major areas of interest. The journal is characterized by the rapid reporting of clinical studies, reviews and original research in skin research and skin care. All areas of dermatology will be covered; contributions will be welcomed from all clinicians and basic science researchers globally.