Hair

A long history of baldness from the Leviticus to modern Istanbul

A long history of baldness from the Leviticus to modern Istanbul.

|ByIN COOPERATION WITH TOM WHITE
From biblical times to hair-transplant clinics in Istanbul, people have never truly made peace with baldness — even if baldness itself was never really the problem.
The researchers note that the plant may also help prevent the premature death of follicle cells, a process that damages the normal life cycle of the hair

Plant from Chinese medicine found effective in growing hair in bald people

A new scientific review has found that a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine may help protect hair follicles, improve blood circulation, and stimulate growth mechanisms.

|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
What did I know from curls?

How cancer treatment gave me curly hair and a new perspective - opinion

After cancer treatment, hair often grows back curly, an unexpected but common sign of recovery.

|ByBRIAN BLUM
An Iranian woman walks on a street amid the implementation of the new hijab surveillance in Tehran, Iran, April 15, 2023

Women seemingly forced to sell hair to survive in Iran, following Armenian smuggling attempt

Many Iranian activists have speculated that the hair came from some of the protesters killed during the January demonstrations, but hair smuggling was already a problem in Iran.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD

Top five hair oils & serums in Israel in 2025

The products reviewed this week are the best of the best at protecting, healing, and encouraging healthy hair. They were ranked for their application, shine, and hydrating properties.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025ByALIE M. TAUB
A woman is seen applying product to her hair in this illustrative image.

Top five hair masks in Israel of 2025

The following products were ranked according to application, shine, and hydration.

JANUARY 19, 2025ByALIE M. TAUB
An illustrative image of a woman applying a face mask.

Iconic nourishing hair oil returns in a new edition

In honor of the brand's 60th anniversary, Kérastase's Elixir Ultime hair oil is returning to stores, now with an upgraded formula.

JANUARY 15, 2025ByWALLA! HEALTH
KÉRASTASE

The new device that protects hair from heat damage during drying, straightening, and curling

A new hair styling device that combines a dryer, straightener, and curler in one tool promises professional results while protecting hair from heat damage. Does this product meet expectations?

JANUARY 15, 2025ByWALLA! HEALTH
Babyliss Air Wand

Amazing facts about redheads in honor of Kiss a Ginger Day

Red hair is a rare phenomenon, occurring in only about 1-2% of the global population.

JANUARY 11, 2025ByDR. ITAY GAL
Musician Ed Sheeran arrives for his copyright infringement trial at Manhattan Federal Court on May 04, 2023 in New York City. Sheeran is being sued for copyright infringement for his 2014 hit “Thinking Out Loud.” He is accused of copying Marvin Gaye’s legendary R&B song “Let’s Get It

CapilClinic: The best hair transplant clinic in Europe

JANUARY 7, 2025ByHANNAH SCHWARTZ

Understanding hairline lowering surgery: A rising trend in Turkey

DECEMBER 31, 2024ByISAAC KAPLAN

Finger length ratio may predict male baldness risk, says Dr. Whittington

People with a lower 2D:4D ratio are six times more likely to experience hair loss, according to Whittington.

DECEMBER 26, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Finger length ratio may predict male baldness risk. Illustration.

‘I’ve never been with a bald man before’ - opinion

“I’ve always found the Israeli-man-with-the-shaved-head look to be very sexy,” my wife, Jody, said.

DECEMBER 16, 2024ByBRIAN BLUM
CANCER PATIENTS sit in a chemotherapy ward while receiving treatment at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana, in 2012qq

We tested the new beauty revolution everyone is talking about – and we were pleasantly surprised

Technology giant Dreame, known for its smart vacuums, surprises with an innovative hair styling tool. We gave the new tech a chance – and the results were pleasantly surprising.

DECEMBER 5, 2024ByTMF
Dreame