hair follicle

noun

: the tubular epithelial sheath that surrounds the lower part of the hair shaft and encloses at the bottom a vascular papilla supplying the growing basal part of the hair with nourishment see hair illustration

Examples of hair follicle in a Sentence

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According to Collins, hair growth masks work by nourishing the scalp, which promotes healthier hair follicles and therefore encourages hair growth. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025

But can certain essential oils actually stimulate hair follicles and generate new or faster growth? —Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 31 Jan. 2025

The active peptide ingredients are said to improve blood circulation to the scalp, too, to further strengthen hair follicles and promote the production of collagen. Skeptical? —Christina Shepherd McGuire, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025

Hair Thinning Therapy Moisturizing Masque $20 Amazon The ideal pick for fine hair or hair that is thinning, this mask reduces breakage and shedding while stimulating the hair follicle to encourage new and thicker growth. —Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 7 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

hair follicle

noun

: the tube-shaped sheath surrounding the lower part of a hair shaft

Medical Definition

hair follicle

noun

: the tubular epithelial sheath that surrounds the lower part of the hair shaft and encloses at the bottom a vascular papilla supplying the growing basal part of the hair with nourishment