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.
1 citations
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September 2008 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Using chelants in hair dye reduces fiber damage by preventing harmful radicals.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Oxidative dyes damage hair more than semi-permanent dyes, but new technologies help protect hair while coloring.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hair dyeing changes hair structure, but new technologies help protect hair while coloring.
April 2026 in “Cosmetics” The shampoo effectively covers gray hair gradually and maintains color after multiple washes.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research Archive” Hair coloring in 2026 requires precise science and safe techniques.
December 2023 in “Asian journal of beauty & cosmetology”
13 citations
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January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” Researchers developed a less damaging way to extract red dyes from wool using EDTA and DMF, preserving the fiber's strength for further analysis.
17 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmacognosy Research” A herbal mix, especially with Jatamansi, effectively darkens gray hair.
March 2026 in “Dyes and Pigments” Riboflavin and blue light speed up genipin hair dye, making it fast, glossy, stable, and eco-friendly.
Herbal hair dyes using plants like henna and beetroot are safer and can produce varied colors, with two-stage applications giving darker shades.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” Plant-based pigments in shampoo offer vibrant colors and scalp benefits, meeting quality standards and providing a natural alternative to synthetic dyes.
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.
January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” Riboflavin with blue light speeds up hair dyeing, making it faster, safer, and long-lasting with less hair damage.
21 citations
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January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” A new method extracts red dyes from wool without damaging it, although it slightly weakens the wool.
7 citations
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June 2019 in “Coloration Technology” Translucent keratin films are better for testing hair dyes.
9 citations
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July 2012 in “Dermatitis” Hair dye with para-phenylenediamine can cause skin depigmentation.
2 citations
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December 1988 in “PubMed” C.I. Acid Orange 3 caused cancer in female rats but not in male rats or mice.
January 2014 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” Certain ingredients can help protect hair color.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This eco-friendly hair dye method improves hair health and color durability.
December 2017 in “JURNAL FARMANESIA” Red dragon fruit peel extract can effectively dye gray hair black.
8 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Conditioners in hair dye reduce damage and improve combability.
69 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of biomedical optics” Dyes can penetrate human skin and hair follicles up to 1.2 mm deep and the sebaceous gland can store dye; Indocyanine Green lotion was made for safe dyeing and monitoring.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal hair dye is a safe, effective, and natural alternative to chemical dyes.
6 citations
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October 2003 in “Journal of applied polymer science” A new method using poly(ethylene imine) improves hair dyeing at lower temperatures with better color retention.
13 citations
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March 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair coloring increases copper and calcium uptake, damaging hair and reducing shine.
5 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline compounds are great for stable, pure blue hair dye.
21 citations
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October 2014 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Hair dyes can change hair color temporarily or permanently but may cause side effects like skin reactions and hair damage.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair color is important in many fields and is measured for various purposes.
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Despite adverse effects, people continue using hair dyes for aesthetic reasons, highlighting the need for safer options.