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How long can hair grow?

Maksim Plikus · TED

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At age 44, Xie Qiuping cut her hair for the first time in over three decades. Her impressive locks extended over 5 meters — earning the Guinness World Record for the world’s longest hair. But even with this record-setting feat, her hair might not have reached its maximum possible length. So, just how long can human hair actually grow? Maksim Plikus digs into what factors influence hair growth. [Directed by Matt Partridge, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Thomas Bell].

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Credits and licence

Institution
TED
Department
TED-Ed
Speaker
Maksim Plikus
Year
2026
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Biology, Medicine and health, Teaching and learning
Source
TED
Licence
CC BY-NC-ND 4.0, as TED states it. Non-commercial use only, and no changed versions. TED's terms
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