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What Is Trichoscopy? A Closer Look at What Your Hair + Scalp Can Tell Us

What Is Trichoscopy? A Closer Look at What Your Hair + Scalp Can Tell UsKerri Jarrett Published on: 16/08/2026

What can your hair and scalp tell us when we take a closer look? Learn how I use trichoscopy to assess the scalp, hair fibre, density, diameter and patterns of hair loss—and why measuring and tracking these changes can help us better understand what

Hair Density vs Hair Loss: Why Your Hair Feels Thinner
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Hair Density vs Hair Loss: Why Your Hair Feels Thinner

Is your hair thinning or breaking? Learn how hair density, strand diameter and hair loss affect fullness, and when to seek a professional assessment.

Is Genetic Hair Loss Inevitable? Genetics & Epigenetics
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Is Genetic Hair Loss Inevitable? Genetics & Epigenetics

Is hereditary hair loss inevitable? Explore genetics, epigenetics, androgenetic alopecia and what you can actually influence with The Hair Coach.

Hair Loss Isn’t Just Genetic… It’s Epigenetic
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Hair Loss Isn’t Just Genetic… It’s Epigenetic

Discover how stress and epigenetics influence hair loss. Learn why intentions matter, how stress flips genetic switches, and what you can do to restore hair health.

Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics
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Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics

CCCA is a scarring hair loss that often affects women of African descent, starting at the crown and spreading over time. Learn the symptoms, causes, diagnosis (including biopsy), treatment options, and how low-tension styling can slow progression.

What Causes Hair Loss? 9 Common Types Explained
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What Causes Hair Loss? 9 Common Types Explained

What causes hair loss? Explore genetic thinning, stress-related shedding, alopecia, scalp conditions, and why understanding the cause matters.

How Stress Affects Your Mind, Body, Hair & Scalp
4 10 min

How Stress Affects Your Mind, Body, Hair & Scalp

Explore how stress affects your mind, body, hair growth cycle, and scalp health, plus practical ways to recognize patterns and support well-being.

Seborrhea Dermatitis
12 2 min

Seborrhea Dermatitis

Seborrheic Dermatitis is a common scalp condition that causes flaking, redness, and itching due to excess oil production and yeast overgrowth. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, including medicated shampoos, lifestyle changes, and scalp care tips to manage flare-ups and maintain a healthy scalp.

Hair Porosity
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Hair Porosity

Hair porosity determines how well your hair absorbs and retains moisture. Understanding whether you have low, medium, or high porosity hair can help you choose the right products and treatments for healthier, more hydrated strands. Learn how to test your hair porosity and discover the best hair care routine for your unique needs.

Trichotilmania
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Trichotilmania

Trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) is a compulsive condition where individuals repeatedly pull out their hair, leading to hair loss, distress, and emotional impact. Learn about the causes, triggers, and coping strategies, including behavioral therapy, stress management, and holistic approaches to regain control and support hair regrowth.

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