Hair Structure

• Hairdressing
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Hair Structure 

There are 3 main parts to the hair structure 

Cuticle 

This is the outer layer 

Protection

Scales lay form roots to tips

Scales are like tiles on a roof 

Translucent 

If the scales are raised the hair is porous 

What could damage the cuticle ?

How can be prevent damage?

Cortex

Main body of the hair

Strength & elasticity 

Keratin 

Chemical and physical changes

Natural and most artificial colour 

How can the cortex be damaged?

How can we prevent damage?

Medulla 

Not always present 

has no use in hairdressing