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What Is Hair

Beauty : Haircare

Many women, and some men, are obsessed with hair and haircare - making sure it is styled exactly how they want it to be, whether that is curly or straight, sleek and long.

But what is hair actually made of?

Well, hair is made of dead protein cells - of a type called keratin - and these get pushed up through the scalp. They get pushed through, on average, at half an inch per month. Therefore your hair will add on around six inches if left alone for a year.


By: Stephanie

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I was told years ago it is skin. Skin thats been modified prior to coming out of the follicle. So are your nails.

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