Scalp Microbiome Composition in Young Women: Associations with Scalp Type, Sensitivity, and Lifestyle Factors

January 2026 in “ Life ”

Ying Guo, Yao Zhang, Qiaoni Hui, Shenshen Zhu, Jingtao Wang, Liya Song

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