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June 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” aPKCλ is crucial for keeping hair follicle stem cells inactive and maintaining normal hair growth.
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Fragrant pandan leaf extract can inhibit dandruff-causing fungus, especially at higher concentrations.
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