Hair green L67.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Chlorotrichose; Chlorotrichosis; Green hair

Definition
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Green discoloration of the main hair, especially in blonde, grey and bleached hair

Etiopathogenesis
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External copper adsorption, usually as a result of exposure to copper-containing tap or swimming pool water. Green discoloration of hair after application of copper-containing cosmetic plant extracts has also been described (Tosti A et al. 1991). Physically and chemically stressed hair promotes the absorption of copper on the hair shaft.

In blonde hair, strongly chlorinated water can also lead to a green tint of the hair.

Therapy
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Copper complexation by hair rinse with chelating agents. Treatment trial with 3% hydrogen peroxide or, if necessary, shampoos containing EDTA or 1.5% hydroxyethyldiphosphoric acid. Prophylactic washing with synthetic detergents or shampoos that contain quaternary ammonium compounds and thus prevent adsorption.

In case of green coloration after a visit to the pool, only a suitable hair tint (with low red pigments) can correct the green cast.

Literature
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  1. Person JR (1985) Green hair: treatment with penicillinamin shampoo. Arch Dermatol 121: 717-718
  2. Petzoldt D (1995) Green hair. dermatologist 46: 276
  3. Tosti A et al (1991) Green hair caused by copper present in cosmetic plant extracts. Dermatologica 18: 204-205

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020