1.1 Lesson 1: What is Trichology? – Pay By Chapter
- The word “Trichology” comes from the Greek word, ‘Trikhos’ which means ‘hair’.
- Trichology originated as a specialist para-medical discipline in the 19th century in the United Kingdom.
- Some trichologists specialize in cosmetic problems of the hair, others specialize in scalp problems, and others specialize in hair loss. Most trichologists, however, help clients with all types of hair and scalp problems.
- A Trichologist is a “hair and scalp specialist” who is able to assess the causes of a hair or scalp problem and advise their client the best type of treatments for these problems.
- Trichology can be looked upon as a large bridge between hairdressing and hair replacement or dermatology. It encompasses everything from general hair care to hair loss:Trichology is an holistic science in that it recognizes that a healthy hair and scalp is dependent on the health of the body, and vice versa. As you may know, illness, taking medications or being on a strict diet can influence hair loss, hair breakage and/or scalp flaking. Also, if a person suffers from a hair or scalp problem it can lead to many psychological problems such as stress, depression and/or anxiety which, in turn, can lead to physical problems.
- cosmetic problems
- dry & dull hair
- brittle hair & breakage
- most types of dandruff conditions
- scalp oiliness
- hair thinning
- hair shedding
- hair loss