Now, before we get into the bottom of hair disorders, it is important to have a look at the composition and properties of the hair fiber. The hair fiber, the most visible product of the hair follicle is chiefly constructed from keratin proteins. It is the deficiency of this protein that mainly results in the process of hair loss. The hair itself is composed of raw elements such as 50% carbon, 20% oxygen, 17% nitrogen, 6% hydrogen and 5% sulfur. The hair also contains small traces of magnesium, iron zinc, and other minerals. The hair shaft of the hair follicles consists of the cortex, the cuticle and the medulla. The present of these minerals and the structure of the hair make them durable to last 1000s of years. The hair construction is also very strong. According to research, if a fiber of hair is healthy, then it can be compared to the strength of a copper wire. Finally, the hair is also elastic in nature, thus allowing it to be stretched up to 10% before going through any permanent damage. These properties will allow us to get a better grasp as to why we suffer from hair diseases and lose hair prematurely.
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