Banishing Bad Hair Days since 1997!™

Hair Glossary

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Term: Hair Shaft

The part of the hair that protrudes above the surface of the skin is known as the hair shaft. Unless the hair has been cut the tip is pointed. The actual hair shaft is comsoed of a dead, tough horney protein material that is called keratin.

 
Active HairTalk Threads
Wanna talk?
HairTalk® is the place for you!
Recent Topics:
Quick Poll
What Hair Accessory Is A Must Have?
Would die w/out elastic, bungee, blax bands.
Barrettes & hair clips are my must have.
Bobby & hair pins save my strands.
Combs keep my hair happening.
Jaws, claws, slides are my it accessory.
Chignon pins, sticks, hair stix.
Condor, dolphins, bananas or similar clips.
Don't wear hair accessories.
View Results
Daily Hair Tip
Choose a hairstyle that specifically suits your face shape, hair type, texture and lifestyle. Never choose a hairstyle for a popular celebrity or for the hair trend of the moment. Celebrity and fashion hair styles change rapidly leaving you with yesterday's style.
Top Gallery Images
Copyright 1997-2025, hairboutique.com, All Rights Reserved.
About,
Advertise,
Contact Us,
Disclaimer
Press,
Privacy Statement,
Terms of Service,