Tulip hair is a distinct morphological feature of hair shafts characterized by a specific appearance resembling a tulip flower.
Understanding Tulip Hair
Based on available information, tulip hair is defined by its unique structure:
- Appearance: It features a light-colored hair shaft that transitions to a distal dark tip.
- Cause: This appearance results from an oblique fracture of the distal end of the hair shaft.
- Resemblance: The combination of the light shaft and dark, fractured tip leads to its name, as it resembles a “tulip flower.”
This characteristic finding is not exclusive to a single condition but is considered a nonspecific feature.
Where is Tulip Hair Seen?
Tulip hair can be observed in various hair and scalp conditions. According to findings [3], it is seen in conditions such as:
- Alopecia areata
- Trichotillomania
- And others
Identifying tulip hair is often done during microscopic examination of hair samples or using techniques like trichoscopy.
