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trichologist

noun
tri·​chol·​o·​gist | \ tri-ˈkä-lə-jist How to pronounce trichologist (audio) \

Definition of trichologist

: a person who specializes in hair and scalp care broadly : hairdresser sense 1
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Other Words from trichologist

trichology \ tri-​ˈkä-​lə-​jē How to pronounce trichology (audio) \ noun

Did You Know?

Although you can accurately call the person who cuts your hair your "trichologist" if you want to, the term is usually applied as it is in our example sentence: to someone who studies and treats hair and scalp ailments. The "trich" in "trichologist" is the Greek trich-, stem of thrix, meaning "hair." This root makes an appearance in a number of other similarly technical-sounding words, such as "trichiasis" ("a turning inward of the eyelashes often causing irritation of the eyeball"), "trichome" ("an epidermal hair structure on a plant"), and "trichotillomania" ("an abnormal desire to pull out one's hair").

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 There are three types of alopecia that trichologist and expert colorist Evie Johnson typically sees with Black women that result in hair loss. — Shalwah Evans, Essence, "Black Experts Dug Into Why Black Women Are Losing Their Hair," 7 July 2019 Keep scrolling to see what a handful of derms, trichologists, and hairstylists had to say about reclaiming your time and edges. 1. — Janell Hickman, Allure, "How to Regrow Your Hairline When Your Edges Are Literally Snatched," 8 Aug. 2018 Developed by New Zealand holistic trichologist Nigel Russell, this natural botanical line comes in eco-friendly packaging and is made with aloe vera and manuka honey, which is known for its soothing and antibacterial properties. — Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, "This All-Green Apothecary in New Zealand Is Worth a Trek Across the Globe," 29 May 2018 Then, similar to skin care, exfoliation is key for healthy hair, says Anabel Kingsley, a trichologist (hair and scalp specialist) in N.Y.C. Use IGK Low Key Scalp Scrub ($36; sephora.com) once a week to create a clean slate for follicles to grow. — Lisa Desantis, Health.com, "The 6 Best Vitamins and Serums for Hair, Brow, and Nail Growth," 16 Feb. 2018 Seek out trichologists and dermatologists or endocrinologists who specialize in hair problems. — Ning Chao, Marie Claire, "A 20-Something's Guide to Dealing with Thinning Hair," 11 Aug. 2017

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First Known Use of trichologist

1887, in the meaning defined above

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