Hair disorders have become a central social and psychological issue and patients present with increasing demands and expectations.

Written by world-renowned experts, this lavishly illustrated textbook provides the latest scientific aspects of hair biology, up to date knowledge on hair diagnosis and treatment options as well as hair removal and restoration techniques. The well-structured content is divided into three sections: Basic aspects of hair growth, Hair and scalp disorders, and Fotoepilation, surgery and hair cosmetics. As an add-on it contains unique sections on hair in different ages and in art, on ethnic hair and in forensic investigations.

Biology of the Hair Follicle

The Endocrine Control of the Hair Follicle
Neuroimmunology of the Hair Follicle
Biology of Hair Follicle Pigmentation
Hair Follicle Vascularization and Innervation
Molecular Genetics of Human Hair Diseases
Histology of the Human Hair Follicle
Hair Growth Assessment Techniques
Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Primary Cicatricial Alopecia
Secondary Cicatricial and other Permanent Alopecias
Diffuse Hair Loss
Hair Loss in Children
Alopecia Areata
Hypertrichosis
Hirsutism
Scalp Tumors
Disorders of the Scalp
Psychocutaneous Disorders of Hair and Scalp
Photoepilation
Surgical Treatment of Hair Loss
Tropical Dermatoses of the Scalp
African Hair
Hair Cosmetics
Natural Products for Hair Care and Treatment
Hair over the Ages and in Art - The Culture, and Social History of Hair and its Depiction in Art
Hair in Forensic Medicine.