Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview

Summary We present an overview of hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent, discussing the biological features of afro‐textured hair, as well as hair‐grooming practices in this cohort and their association with specific hair and scalp disorders. A practical approach to diagnosing and managing common hair and scalp disorders in this cohort is also presented. What's already known about this topic? Hair and scalp disorders are a significant problem in women of African descent. What does this study add? An overview of the biological characteristics of afro‐textured hair. An overview of the hair‐grooming practices of women of African descent. A practical approach to diagnosing and managing common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent.