Hair whorl
Hair Whorl
A Hair Whorl (pronunciation: /hɛər wɔːrl/) is a patch of hair growing in a circular direction around a visible center point. Hair whorls occur in most mammals, including humans.
Etymology
The term "whorl" originates from the Old English word "hweorfan," meaning "to turn." In the context of hair, it refers to the pattern in which the hair naturally grows and turns.
Description
Hair whorls, also known as hair crowns, hair swirls, or cowlicks, can be found on the scalp and are usually visible when the hair is cut short. They are most commonly found at the crown of the head, but can also occur elsewhere. The direction of the hair whorl can be either clockwise or counterclockwise and is established during embryonic development.
Related Terms
- Trichoglyph: A term used to describe the natural direction of hair growth.
- Cowlick: A section of hair that stands straight up or lies at an angle at odds with the style in which the rest of an individual's hair is worn.
- Crown: The top rear part of the head, where hair whorls are most commonly found.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hair whorl
- Wikipedia's article - Hair whorl
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