Hair root

Definition

The hair root is the part of the hair that is located below the surface of the epidermis, embedded in the hair follicle. It is responsible for the growth of the hair by cell division in its lower part.

Related terms

Hair Follicle:

A dynamic organ found in mammalian skin that produces hair through a complex interaction of cells, hormones, and signaling factors.

Epidermis:

The outermost layer of skin that provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone.

Keratin:

A type of protein found in hair, nails, and skin that helps protect cells from damage or stress