12 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.” Human hair protein extracts can protect skin cells from oxidative stress.
30 citations
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April 2017 in “European Journal of Cell Biology” CIP/KIP proteins help stop cell division and support hair growth.
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November 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Pili torti hair is fragile due to loose keratin filaments and weak disulfide bonds.
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January 1991 in “Dermatology” Hair casts are small structures on hair shafts with unknown causes.
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December 2011 Marine-derived ingredients show potential for hair health but need more human trials to confirm effectiveness.
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June 2016 in “Journal of Pharmacopuncture” Cornu cervi pantotrichum pharmacopuncture solution helps mice grow hair by increasing hair follicle cell growth and a growth factor important for hair development.
Synthetic hairs can help in restoring lost hair.
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January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Applying a specific inhibitor lightens skin and hair color.
January 2015 in “SciDok (Saarland University and State Library)” Clobetasol nanocarriers can be effectively delivered to hair follicles, with uptake improved by massage and affected by particle type.
February 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Cinnamic acid may help hair grow by activating oxytocin receptors.
January 2000 in “Cambio 16” Bcl-2 affects hair growth and pigmentation by controlling cell death.
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February 1998 in “Polymer” Human hair keratin has a 40% α-helix structure that changes to a random coil in 8 M urea.
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March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair structure varies by ethnicity, and certain treatments can improve hair condition and appearance.
September 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” Sonidegib often causes hair loss, and LC-OCT helps identify early signs.
Hair movement can indicate hair quality and health.
December 2024 in “Cureus” Baricitinib treatment for alopecia universalis can cause hair regrowth with unexpected whitening.
January 2026 in “Journal of Applied Polymer Science” The new fiber offers long-lasting minoxidil release and can be used in wigs for hair treatment and coverage.
June 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” A new hair dye method uses polyphenols and oxidation to create a long-lasting brown color on gray hair.
September 2022 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” 3D-oxy exosomes may significantly boost hair growth, offering new treatment options for hair loss.
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May 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by dynamic changes in hair follicle cells, which could help treat hair loss.
November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Three compounds from Dadap leaves may help treat hair loss.
1 citations
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March 1985 in “Head & neck surgery” Hair-bearing punch grafting effectively repaired damage from artificial hair implants.
January 2023 in “Advances in pharmacology and clinical trials” Human hair is a significant sample for various tests in clinical, nutritional, archaeological, and forensic studies.
November 2011 in “Advanced Materials Research” Adding 1% hair fibers to brake materials improves friction and wear, making them more effective.
Baricitinib helps regrow hair in teens with severe alopecia areata.
September 2025 in “Frontiers in Genetics” The method effectively extracts high-quality DNA from marmoset hair, avoiding blood chimerism.
2 citations
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August 1987 in “Analytical Biochemistry” A new method isolated previously undetected hair proteins rich in glycine and tyrosine.
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September 2021 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” Human hair has bipolar electrical charges because of a gap in the hair follicle's electromagnetic field.
October 2022 in “Experimental Dermatology” New technologies show promise for better hair regeneration and treatments.
January 2006 in “Chieh P'ou Hsueh Pao” A method was found to select hair follicle stem cells, and beta-catenin helps them grow and change.