What is a quiescent phase in hair growth?

The quiescent phase, also known as the telogen phase, is characterized by the inactivity of hair follicles. During this stage, hair growth ceases and the hair strand may remain in place without growing any longer. This period is crucial in the hair growth cycle, as it allows the hair follicle to rest before entering the next cycle of growth (the anagen phase).

In this context, while some phases in the hair growth cycle involve active processes such as growth or shedding, the quiescent phase specifically denotes a time when the follicle is not producing new hair. Understanding this phase is important in various hair removal practices and can influence treatment timing and expectations regarding hair regrowth.