Editorial standards
How we research, write, source and correct every story.
Who writes
Stories are researched and written by the History of Hair Editorial Team. We do not attach credentials to bylines that we cannot verify, and we do not state that any outside expert has reviewed a story unless they have done so and agreed to be named.
Sources
Every story lists its sources at the end, numbered to match citations in the text. We prefer museum collections, archives, scholarly works and primary documents, and we use reference works such as encyclopaedias as starting points that point to deeper sources. Where sources disagree on a date or detail, we say so rather than choosing silently.
No invented facts or quotes
We do not fabricate quotations, statistics or anecdotes. Popular stories that we cannot verify are either left out or clearly labelled as unverified. Explanations of why people wore a style are presented as interpretation unless a source states them.
Images
We only publish images we have the right to use: our own work, licensed images, or public-domain and openly licensed works with full attribution.
Health information
Some stories touch on hair and scalp health. These passages are educational, not medical advice. Anyone with hair loss, scalp pain or inflammation should consult a qualified professional.
Links
We link to other sites, including trichology resources, only where they help readers go further on the topic of a story.
Corrections
If you spot an error, contact us through our Instagram profile, @the_history_of_hair. We correct factual errors promptly and note significant corrections on the page.