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Record 1 1991-05-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hair Styling
DEF

the overlapping formation of the outer layer of the hair (the cuticle) ....

CONT

The cuticle scales act as tiny reservoirs in which the supply of sebum is maintained .... The natural sheen of healthy hair is primarily due to this coating of sebum on the cuticle and its complete loss could cause hair to become dull and drab.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Coiffure
CONT

Écailles du cheveu. Les extrémités non recouvertes des cellules sont dirigées vers la pointe du cheveu; elles peuvent, selon le cas, s'épanouir ou se resserrer.

CONT

Gonflement des écailles du cheveu et pénétration du colorant grâce à l'ammoniaque contenue dans le colorant.

CONT

L'épidermicule est composé de petites lamelles cornées, cellules épidermiques sans pigment.

Spanish

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