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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 Fibre 101: Understanding the Structure of Your Hair
7 11 min

Hair Fibre 101: Understanding the Structure of Your Hair

Discover how your hair is structured, what causes breakage and damage, and how to protect your hair fibre with science-informed care.

Winter Hair Care: Prevent Dryness, Static & Breakage
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Winter Hair Care: Prevent Dryness, Static & Breakage

Cold weather affecting your hair? Learn how to manage winter static, dry ends, scalp irritation, and breakage with practical hair-care tips.

Hair Loss: Stress or Genetics? Understanding Both
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Hair Loss: Stress or Genetics? Understanding Both

Is your hair loss caused by stress or genetics? Learn the differences between telogen effluvium and genetic hair thinning, and why both can occur.

celiac-disease-hair-loss-body-connection
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celiac-disease-hair-loss-body-connection

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition where gluten triggers the immune system to damage the small intestine, affecting nutrient absorption. Learn key symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and why a strict gluten-free diet is the only effective treatment.

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.

Hair Extensions FAQ: Safety, Care, Damage & Removal
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Hair Extensions FAQ: Safety, Care, Damage & Removal

Considering hair extensions? Get expert answers about damage, maintenance, styling, removal, and choosing extensions that suit your natural hair.

What Materials Can Flat Irons Be Made Up Of? | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics
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What Materials Can Flat Irons Be Made Up Of? | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics

Ceramic, titanium or tourmaline? Learn how flat iron plate materials differ, what ionic and nano technology mean, and how to protect your hair.

Are Sulfates Bad for Hair Extensions? Facts vs Myths
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Are Sulfates Bad for Hair Extensions? Facts vs Myths

Do sulfates damage hair extensions or weaken keratin bonds? Learn what actually matters when choosing shampoo for extensions and scalp health.

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.

How to Choose the Best Flat Iron for Your Hair
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How to Choose the Best Flat Iron for Your Hair

Not all flat irons are created equal. Learn how to choose the right plates, temperature, and features for your hair type while reducing heat damage.

Wet-to-Dry Flat Irons
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Wet-to-Dry Flat Irons

Are wet-to-dry flat irons safe? Learn how heat and moisture affect your hair fibre, what causes damage, and how to straighten hair more safely.

How to Get Rid of Dandruff: Causes & Treatments
13 10 min

How to Get Rid of Dandruff: Causes & Treatments

Dandruff or dry scalp? Learn what causes flakes, which treatments work, common myths about scalp care, and when to seek professional help.

Tips for Long Hair
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Tips for Long Hair

Want longer hair? Learn how to prevent breakage, protect your ends, choose better hair-care habits, and improve length retention with expert tips.

Maintenance – Caring For Hair Extensions | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics
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Maintenance – Caring For Hair Extensions | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics

Learn how to care for hair extensions with expert tips on washing, brushing, drying, sleeping, styling, and protecting your natural hair.

How to Make Hair Grow Faster and Stronger | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics
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How to Make Hair Grow Faster and Stronger | Kerri Jarrett, Trichology and Epigeentics

Want healthier, longer hair? Learn what actually influences hair growth, from nutrition and scalp health to breakage, supplements, and hair care.

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