Crown hair refers to the hair follicles growing in a circular pattern at the top of your head. This pattern is most noticeable when hair is short, creating a distinct circular "crown" with a small, central area lacking hair growth.
Understanding the Crown Hair Pattern
The hair follicles in the crown region are oriented in a specific direction, all following a similar growth path. This creates the visually distinct circular pattern. Think of it like the concentric rings on a tree trunk, but instead of wood, it's hair.
Why is the Crown Area Different?
The central point within the crown area often lacks hair because it's a common area for hair whorls, a natural variation in hair growth direction. This is simply a natural phenomenon in hair growth and not typically indicative of any underlying issue.
Visualizing Crown Hair
Imagine looking at a very short haircut. You will often see a clearly defined circular area on the top of the head where the hair strands radiate outwards. This circular pattern is the crown.
- Short Hair: The crown is most easily observed when the hair is short, allowing the circular pattern of growth to become visible.
- Long Hair: With long hair, the crown pattern is less apparent, as the hair obscures the individual growth direction of each strand.
