noun
- plural of anagen; the active growth phase of the hair cycle during which hair follicles produce new hair
Usage: technical; biology/dermatology
Examples
- Hair follicles spend approximately 85% of their time in the anagens phase.
- During anagens, the hair bulb is actively dividing and producing new hair shaft.
- The length of the anagens phase determines the maximum length your hair can grow.
- Dermatologists study anagens to understand hair loss conditions.
- Certain medications can shorten the anagens phase, leading to premature hair shedding.