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Part 1: Structure and function of hair -- Chemical and physical properties of hair: comparisons between Asian, Black and Caucasian hair -- Part 2 : Aesthetic modifications of ethnic hair -- Chemical modifications of ethnic hair -- Thermal modifications of ethnic hair -- Ethnic hairstyling practices and hair prostheses I: Dreadlocks -- Ethnic hairstyling practices and hair prostheses II: wigs, weaves and other extensions -- Ethnic hair care products -- Part 3 : Ethnic hair care: approach to developing a healthy hair care regimen -- Developing a healthy hair regimen I: formulating an optimal cleansing and conditioning regimen -- Developing a healthy hair regimen II: transitioning to chemical-free styling (to natural hair) and prevention of hair trauma -- Part 4: Hair and scalp disorders secondary to hair care practices -- Seborrheic dermatitis -- Scarring alopecias related to hairstyling practices -- Pseudofolliculitis barbae and acne keloidalis nuchae -- Part 5: Special cultural considerations -- Ethnic hair considerations for people of African, South Asian, Muslim and Sikh origins.

Written to address the growing trend of hair loss in ethnic populations, The Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair: A Dermatologist's Perspective elucidates the science of curly hair, demystifies prevailing hair styling trends, and presents practical advice for minimizing the harmful effects of these hair styling practices. Written from a dermatologist's perspective, this textbook seamlessly blends science and practical management. Chapters include physical and chemical properties of the hair, thermal and chemical straightening, extensions, razor bumps and special cultural considerations.