research Degradation of Hair Surface: Importance of 18-MEA and Epicuticle 25 citations , May 2019 in “Cosmetics” 18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
research Biomimetics through bioconjugation of 16-methylheptadecanoic acid to damaged hair for hair barrier recovery 4 citations , November 2024 in “Scientific Reports” 16-MHA can restore damaged hair's protective barrier and moisture balance.
research ATOMISTIC CHARACTERIZATION OF HEALTHY AND DAMAGED HAIR SURFACES: A MOLECULAR DYNAMICS STUDY OF FATTY ACIDS ON PROTEIN LAYER June 2024 in “ChemBioChem” Replenishing free 18-MEA can help restore damaged hair surfaces.
research Biomimetics Through Bioconjugation of 16- Methylheptadecanoic Acid to Damaged Hair for Hair Barrier Recovery April 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” 16-MHA can restore the barrier and moisture of damaged hair, making it similar to undamaged hair.
research Deposition of 18-MEA onto Damaged Hair to Form a Persistent Hydrophobicity January 2011 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” 18-MEA and SPDA can restore damaged hair's smoothness and reduce frizz.