Old Wives' Tale Biology Astronomy

Hair Grows Faster During Full Moons

Moon phases don't affect hair growth rates

Cutting or styling your hair during a full moon makes it grow faster or thicker.

Hair growth is determined by genetics, hormones, nutrition, and age, not moon phases. Studies show no correlation between lunar cycles and hair growth rates. This myth likely persists because people may coincidentally cut their hair more often around full moons, giving the impression of faster growth.

Believed Since 1800
Year Revised 1990
Why Changed Discovery
Confidence Fully Debunked
Region Worldwide

Reception

6/10
5/10

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