trichologist

noun

tri·​chol·​o·​gist tri-ˈkä-lə-jist How to pronounce trichologist (audio)
plural trichologists
: a person who specializes in hair and scalp care and treatment of associated conditions (such as hair loss and thinning)
We've consulted the experts, from trichologists to hairstylists to find out exactly what may be causing your hair loss and the preventative steps and treatments you can use to see improvement.Louise Whitbread
[Philip] Kingsley, who coifs the likes of Mick Jagger, Liza Minelli and Cher, is a trichologist trained in hair science.Liz Brody
trichology 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 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").

Examples of trichologist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Evie Johnson is a certified trichologist and Mizani artist and educator. Annie Blay, Allure, 28 Feb. 2024 This is the active phase, in which cells in the follicles of your hair rapidly divide to produce new hair, according to famed trichologists at scalp-care brand Philip Kingsley. Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024 Other than that, Hill says the downsides are close to none if performed by a trichologist or salon scalp expert. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2024 Hairstylists, trichologists, and dermatologists all agree that apple cider vinegar for hair isn't just some wellness fad: the benefits are abundant. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2023 Helen Reavey, is a hairstylist and certified trichologist in New York City, and founder of Act + Acre. Sophia Panych, Allure, 8 Dec. 2023 Our Select team spoke to hairstylists, trichologists and dermatologists about the best clarifying shampoos and how to shop for them. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 22 Sep. 2023 Meet the experts: Shaniqua Garcia is a certified trichologist. Kaleigh Fasanella, Women's Health, 31 Aug. 2023 For the rest of us, trichologist Abbey Yung recommends Nioxin’s Ultimate Power Serum. Neha Tandon, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

tricho- + -logy + -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of trichologist was in 1863

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“Trichologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trichologist. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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