What is Trichology?

Trichology is the specialist science in dealing with problems of the hair and scalp; these problems include hair loss, baldness, scaling of the scalp, itching, hair breakage, dryness and oiliness. It is basically the science of hair & scalp in health and disease, which was founded in London in 1902. The science of trichology is ever evolving and occupies a unique niche in the area of cosmetic health.

Trichology bridges the gap between holistic (naturopathic) and conventional western medicine. This allows the practitioner a broader flexibility to select the most appropriate treatment for the client, whilst remaining unconstrained by the parameters of any one discipline.

It is an ever-changing, ever-broadening science. The hair and scalp are not isolated external features of the body but rather they reflect the well being of many systems, which enable humans to function normally. This diversity is perhaps the most appealing and challenging aspect of trichology.

A Trichologist is a person who has studied and successfully completed a recognised Trichology Educational Programme and who is a registered member of an organisation such as the International Association of Trichologists. It's not surprising then that trichology and trichological referral is an integral part of the services offered by the hairdressing professionals. If hairdressers are the artists who create beautiful hairstyles then trichologists could be seen as the best art supply store for those clients whose hair quality falls below expectation.