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Hair Structure and Chemistry Simplified

The most current, comprehensive and straightforward textbook of its kind. This new edition thoroughly explains the theory and application of the essential concepts of hair chemistry that are simply not covered in other texts. Material unique to this text boldly presents the concept, importance and relevance of pH in cosmetics. For cosmetology students and even the most experienced hairstylist. More ...
The Science of Black Hair: A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair Care

The ultimate consumer textbook on black hair care. Technically oriented and detailed throughout, this book was written with the serious hair care consumer in mind. Hair science, research and testimony combine in this carefully written text designed to examine black hair on a deeper level. With its light academic style it is truly the last hair book you ll ever need. More ...
Hair Care Product and Ingredients Dictionary

A current and comprehensive list of the ingredients that are likely to be found in professional hair care products for salon use and retail products for home use. Milady's Hair Care Product Ingredients Dictionary is written using the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI) system, the commonly accepted nomenclature for all cosmetic products. More ...
Beauty & Wellness Dictionary: for Cosmetologists, Barbers, Estheticians and Nail Technicians

A comprehensive A to Z reference of beauty and wellness-related terms. This edition features hundreds of updated definitions, providing their meaning as well as application in areas such as anatomy, cosmetic chemistry, electricity, dermatology, esthetics, hair, nutrition, and all the fields that collectively make up the beauty and wellness industry. More ...
Chemical and Physical Behavior of Human Hair

Human hair is the subject of a remarkably wide range of scientific investigations, and the third edition of this book confirms its position as the definitive monograph on the subject. The chemical and physical properties of hair are of importance to the cosmetics industry, forensic scientists, and biomedical researchers. As such, Chemical and Physical Behavior of Human Hair is both a teaching guide and a reference volume. More ...
Practical Modern Hair Science

Practical Modern Hair Science is a definitive guide for translating hair science knowledge into practical applications. It includes the underlying fundamental science of hair while recognizing that the ultimate reason for acquiring this knowledge relates to a desire to create successful products that will be sold to customers. It highlights topical issues and current trends within the industry. More ...
Hair and Hair Care (Cosmetic Science and Technology)

Reviews the chemical and physical properties, care and treatment of hair, including product development. The book discusses ethnic hair, its appropriate management measures and products; emphasizes manufacturing and sales strategies for domestic and international product viability; surveys instrumental methods for product performance evaluation. More ...
The Science of Hair Care

The most comprehensive source on the subject. This second edition is completely revised and expanded to reveal the most recent advances, technologies, and trends in hair and hair care. Science-tracking the development of hair care products, the emergence of new regulatory practices, and the latest methods in product safety and efficacy assessment. More ...
An Atlas of Hair Pathology with Clinical Correlations

Diagnosing and treating hair disorders is still a subject that is rarely or only superficially covered in residency training. Hence, dermatopathologists and clinical dermatologists often find a gap in their knowledge. An Atlas of Hair Pathology with Clinical Correlations, Second Edition bridges this gap and serves as a primer, an atlas, and a reference. More ...