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DOI: Hairline Correction in Women Using Thinning and Micro-Graduation Techniques
Davydenko Olha , Médico Residente de Ortopedia e Traumatologia pelo Hospital Universitário da Universidade Federal do Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, PEAbstract
This article presents an analysis of the functional and aesthetic aspects of thinning and micro-graduation as applied hairdressing techniques for correcting the hairline in women. The study is based on an interdisciplinary approach that combines insights from aesthetic trichology, cosmetic dermatology, applied psychology, and visual anthropology. Special attention is given to thematic analysis of sources covering the morphological features of the frontal zone, psychoemotional perception of the hairline, and non-medical modeling practices. Key mechanisms of influence are identified, including optical contour softening, restoration of visual symmetry, and reduced emphasis on frontal imperfections through texturization. A comparative analysis of methods highlights the advantages of thinning and micro-graduation in terms of reversibility, individual customization, and applicability to localized defects. The necessity of accounting for morphological parameters, skin phototype, hair behavior, and stylistic expectations when selecting techniques is substantiated. The article presents an original typology of non-medical hairline correction methods, including textural, pigment-based, and device-assisted approaches. It also explores promising directions in hairdressing practice development, such as the standardization of visual diagnostics, integration of photo documentation, and the expansion of professional competencies in working with the frontal hairline. The article is intended for hairdressers, stylists, and aesthetic correction professionals seeking a personalized and evidence-based approach to hairline design.
Keywords
hairline, thinning, micro-graduation, hairdressing correction, visual modeling, frontal zone, aesthetic trichology, non-medical methods, women’s hairstyle, texturization
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