30 million
Of Americans with hereditary hair loss, about how many are women?
About 50 million men are affected.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology, Skin conditions by the numbers aad.org
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How many U.S. jobs were there for barbers, hairstylists and cosmetologists in 2025?
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2 to 6 years
How long does a single scalp hair typically grow before it rests and sheds?
After growing, each strand rests for several months before falling out.
Source: MedlinePlus Genetics (NIH), Androgenetic alopecia medlineplus.gov
about 80,300
About how many job openings per year are projected for barbers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (2025–35)?
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists are projected to grow 8%, versus 3% for barbers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Barbers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists (2025) bls.gov
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