Monthly Archives: May 2009

The life cycle of the hair provides the alternation of three phases, one of growth, rest, and a drop.  The average duration of this cycle varies from 2 to 7 years.  It is estimated that each follicle produces about 20 … Continue reading →

The keratin is a protein made up of long chains of amino acids, which are interposed various vitamins and trace elements. Widespread throughout the animal kingdom, in the keratin is the main constituent of hair, hair and nails.  The same … Continue reading →

The boil is caused by an ‘inflammation of the superficial skin follicles.  Shows a central necrotic tissue surrounded by a nodular infiltrate hard and painful. The causes: In the skin pores are numerous, in turn connected to the glands that … Continue reading →