The 1979 Hamburg International Hair Congress brought together renowned physicians and scientists from all branches of dermato-pilologic research to share their experiences and advances in a world meeting of experts.

Their contributions represent an overview of current activities in this area of the highest possible standards. Reviewed, revised and updated where necessary for this volume, the papers are divided into three main categories :

fundamental research, hair diseases and their treatment, and hair preparations and related areas.

This book will prove a valuable source of information to dermatologists, endocrinologists and general physicians working in trichology-related areas, as well as for biologists, chemists and cosmetologists involved in industrial and investigatory hair research.