Hair may have a spiritual nature. It also has historical significance.
Humans are the only mammals whose hair grows without stopping unlike the fur of animals.
When Genghis Khan conquered China, he needed a special strategy to make the strong intelligent people submit so he made all of the women cut their hair short and wear bangs to keep them timid and easy to control.
After that time, shorter hair became prominent and the importance of hair was lost. “Cut hair” was a sign of slavery.
For women, hair is symbolic of femininity and for men, a sign of virility.
A healthy scalp is necessary for healthy hair. Teach your kids how to wash their hair and make sure they completely rinse out the shampoo. Just standing under the shower and getting wet isn't going to pass muster.
People who lose their hair during medical treatment often see it as a sign of disfigurement and this feeling can impact treatment. Hair is a big deal. Take it seriously.
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