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Interesting Facts

about

Human

Hair

Hair is one of the most interesting parts of the human

body. It is one the fastest growing tissues and is known to be

indestructible. The decay rate in human tresses is so slow

that it practically becomes non-disintegrative. Human hair is

also resistant to many things like certain kinds of corrosive

chemicals and acid. There are many facts about human hair

that reveal how impressive it really is.

The Blonde Advantage

Research suggests

that women with blonde

hair have more oestrogen

than those with other hair

colours. Blondes are also

said to have a more

youthful personality and

finer features.

Number of Strands

Science suggests that blonde-

haired people have more strands of

hair than brunettes and red heads.

According to studies, blondes have an

average of 120, 000 hair strands, while

brunettes and red head shave an

average of 110, 000 and 90,000

strands respectively.

Styling Struggle

One hour and 53 minutes is the average

weekly time ladies spend washing,

drying, and styling their hair. By the time

they hit 65, they will have spent more

than seven months of their lives just

washing and styling their locks.

Hair Colour and Perceptions

Surveys show thatperceptions of

people vary depending on hair

colour. Blondes are said to be more

fun and flirty while brunettes are

considered intelligent and serious.

Red heads, on the other hand, are

perceived as strong.

Silver Strands

It takes 13 days for any grey or white hair to

show due to aging, shock, or stress.

Premature greying is also hereditary and can

be a result of stress. It is not true that

colouring can contribute to grey hairs. In fact,

those with silver strands can benefit from hair

dyeing.

Hair Loss

A person loses an average of 150 strands of

hair every day, which is normal. There are

many factors that can affect hair loss

including diet, pregnancy, season, and

illness. Human hair has an average life span

of three to seven years.

Hair is one of most important parts of a

person’s outer appearance. This is why it

makes perfect sense to take proper care of

it. Daily hair careand proper styling are

important to have shiny and healthy hair.

RESOURCES

Circles Subiaco- http://circlesofsubiaco.com.au/

50 Insane Facts about Hair- http://visual.ly/50-insane-facts-about-hair

12 Interesting facts about Human Hair- http://positivemed.com/2014/02/27/12-

interesting-facts-human-hair-know/