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January 2018 in “Advances in experimental medicine and biology” Hair and wool have diverse keratins and keratin-associated proteins.
Gray hair affects hair's movement and appearance, making it less bouncy and more wavy.
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January 2017 in “Science” A new method was developed to create complex molecular knots using iron ions.
Researchers made a mouse model with curly hair and hair loss by editing a gene.
February 2026 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Silicone oil viscosity affects hair curling and damage during treatments.
8 citations
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April 2014 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Eruptive vellus hair cysts likely originate from the infrainfundibulum and sebaceous duct.
December 2021 in “Bandung Conference Series. Pharmacy” Herbal extracts mixed with coconut oil can effectively promote hair growth.
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December 2016 in “Frontiers in Psychology” Hair style affects perceptions of age, health, and attractiveness more than hair color does.
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January 2005 in “PubMed” Cotton honeydew extract improves hair smoothness and reduces damage.
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August 1994 in “Archives of dermatology” A 19-month-old boy with a rare hair disorder showed mild improvement with treatment, but his family chose gentle hair care due to limited success.
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August 2010 in “Hereditas (Beijing)” Hoxc13 is essential for hair growth and follicle development.
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May 2023 in “JAMA dermatology” Tight hairstyles can cause hair loss, which can be permanent if not treated early.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Health Management Review” Alkaline substances can severely damage hair and scalp health.
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” Lipids in Japanese hair help maintain glossiness and structure.
December 2023 in “University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)” Digital access to medical info can help identify rare conditions.
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April 2004 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A 3-year-old girl has a rare condition causing sparse hair and nail issues, with minimal improvement from treatment.
Oxidized hair can naturally regain strength and stability over six months.
January 2013 in “The Pan African medical journal” Monilethrix causes short, fragile hair with no specific treatment available.
132 citations
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February 2002 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” HOXC13 is crucial for regulating hair keratin genes in hair follicles.
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January 2005 in “Han-guk hyeonmigyeong hakoeji/Applied microscopy” The 16th-century mummy's hair was well-preserved due to a calcium surface coat.
Hair Botox makes hair look healthier and fuller.
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January 2008 in “Pediatric dermatology” Hair gels may cause split ends in children.
April 2026 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”
Hair loss is common in the studied community, often linked to aging and hair care practices like braids, weaves, and chemical relaxers.
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July 1999 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Human hair is made up of different keratins, some strong and some weak, with specific types appearing at various stages of hair growth.