94 citations
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April 2018 in “Nature Genetics” New genetic locations explain much of hair color variation in Europeans.
65 citations
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May 2001 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Basic drugs like amphetamine are absorbed more in darker hair than lighter hair.
45 citations
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May 2019 in “Scientific Reports” Low color temperature light (1900 K) benefits health by promoting melatonin, protecting eyes, and aiding healing.
21 citations
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November 2011 in “Veterinary Pathology” Mouse skin color ranges from pink to black, depending on their hair growth cycle.
20 citations
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September 2021 in “Nature communications” Cat color patterns are determined early in development by gene expression and epidermal changes, with the Dickkopf 4 gene playing a crucial role.
12 citations
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Poria cocos polysaccharides and finasteride both help treat chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, but Poria cocos polysaccharides also improve gut health.
10 citations
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September 2020 in “Metabolites” Hair color and length affect metabolite profiles in hair, so they should be considered in hair analysis.
7 citations
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November 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” As Japanese males age, their hair darkens due to increased melanin, with males generally having darker hair than females.
7 citations
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January 2021 in “Frontiers in genetics” Inherited color dilution in rabbits is linked to DNA methylation changes.
6 citations
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November 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Gene expression, especially Dkk4, is key to cat color patterns.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “Materials” The film creates vibrant colors and can be used in food sensors and cosmetics.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Pharmaceuticals” Paeonia lactiflora and Poria cocos extracts can potentially increase hair growth and reduce hair loss symptoms by lowering testosterone and inflammation levels.
4 citations
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January 1982 in “Neuroendocrinology” Dopamine affects coat color changes in agouti mice.
3 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Pharmacology” The ethanol extract of Poria cocos helps skin cells to grow.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Electronic Imaging” A new method accurately captures and renders hair color for virtual reality and hair dye use.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Inherited color dilution in Rex rabbits is linked to DNA methylation changes in hair follicles.
1 citations
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January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Hair color is determined by melanin types and gene activity.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research Archive” Oxidative dyes damage hair more than semi-permanent dyes, but new technologies help protect hair while coloring.
November 2025 in “Journal of Medicine and Health Technology” No link between finger length ratios and color blindness was found.
Accurate prediction of eye, hair, and skin color in Latin American populations requires region-specific models and ethical guidelines.
October 2025 in “Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation” Black hair in cats has higher cortisol levels than white hair.
April 2025 in “Health Science Reports” Smoking and lighter hair color increase alopecia risk, especially in women and those over 25.
February 2022 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” A new method accurately captures and renders hair color for real and synthetic images.
June 2021 in “Clinical neuropsychopharmacology and therapeutics” Valproic acid can cause hair color change in older men.
The gene Endothelin 3 makes mice's fur darker by increasing pigment cells and pigment levels.
Human hair color is determined by melanin types and genetic factors.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair color is important in many fields and is measured for various purposes.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The book "Color Atlas of Hair Restoration Surgery" provides useful information on hair restoration techniques, though some methods discussed may cause scarring.
62 citations
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December 1966 in “Endocrinology” Injecting α-MSH made mice's hair turn black.
55 citations
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August 2003 in “Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology” Ultrasound and color Doppler can help diagnose and decide treatment for early puberty in young girls.