Chapter 1
The modern rise of the man bun
Chapter 2
Ancient warriors and sacred topknots
Chapter 3
The biology and care of long hair
Chapter 4
Cultural identity and modern debates
YOUR GOAL
Master of The story of the man bun
Ch 3 · The biology and care of long hair
jammikejone The Biology of Long Hair
When the anagen phase allows your keratin to grow, Just brush the natural sebum down to make the long strands glow.
jammikejone Healthy long hair requires specific tools beyond the standard plastic hair ties.
jammikejone Human hair grows in three distinct phases, limiting how fast a man can grow a bun.
BETA
jammikejone Drag and secure different hair types to master the art of the man bun.
Fun Fact
Hair loss danger: Pulling a man bun too tight can cause traction alopecia, a form of gradual hair loss from constant tension.
Glossary
sebum (noun)
An oily secretion of the sebaceous glands that lubricates the skin and hair. Daily brushing distributes this natural oil to prevent split ends when growing out a man bun.
An oily secretion of the sebaceous glands that lubricates the skin and hair. Daily brushing distributes this natural oil to prevent split ends when growing out a man bun.
Quiz
Which part of the hair structure is damaged when a hair tie is pulled too tightly?
Quiz
How long does it typically take to grow the six inches of hair needed for a full man bun?
Quiz
What is the name of the natural oil produced by the scalp that protects long hair?
Quiz
What is the medical term for hair loss caused by repeatedly pulling hair too tight?