March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants” Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.
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January 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanoporous silica entrapped lipid-drug complexes significantly improve the solubility and absorption of drugs that don't dissolve well in water.
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January 1968 DMSO causes reversible swelling in hair but has a complex, less reversible effect on skin.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The shampoo improves hair conditioning without using silicone.
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July 2013 in “Acervo Digital da Universidade Estadual Paulista (Universidade Estadual Paulista)” The shampoo effectively defines and models curls while reducing frizz and volume.
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July 2023 in “Cosmetics” Surfactants in shampoos and conditioners remove some but not all lipids from hair, and more research is needed to understand their full impact.
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January 2004 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics” The compound improves hair conditioning in shampoos.
September 2020 in “Farmacja Polska” Foams improve drug absorption and release in various medical applications.
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November 2009 in “Korean journal of chemical engineering” Adding Brij 78 to minoxidil microparticles in a certain solution helps them stick to the skin better and prevents clumping.
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September 2023 in “Foods” Microcapsules and effervescent tablets make insect lipids easier to consume.
25 citations
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May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
Encapsulating hair loss drugs in cyclodextrins improves their solubility and reduces scalp irritation.
January 2014 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)” Chitosan-decorated carriers may improve topical finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment.
July 2013 in “Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Open Access” Formulation F1 is the best for delivering finasteride effectively.
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January 2023 in “Langmuir” Solubility in skin changes with hydration, affecting chemical absorption.
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November 2008 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” Microemulsions can effectively deliver drugs through the skin but require careful ingredient selection to avoid irritation.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Conditioners improve hair manageability but don't repair damage.
April 2011 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)” Chitosan-decorated nanoparticles improve skin delivery of finasteride, with PS404-b-PAA63 being most effective.
Anionic surfactants significantly improve the foaming of minoxidil gel shampoo.
September 2025 in “Ensaios USF” The solid shampoo is eco-friendly and effective, offering a sustainable alternative to regular shampoos.
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March 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Functionalized silicones improve hair appearance, combing, and manageability.
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” Semifluorinated alkanes are promising for delivering drugs in various medical applications.
2 citations
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February 2016 in “Journal of sol-gel science and technology” A small molecule can strengthen fine hair, making it more resistant and natural-feeling.
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November 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” A new method improves silicone oil coating on hair, enhancing moisture and lubrication.
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August 1999 in “ACS symposium series” Polymer JR400 sticks to hair but washes off with detergent.
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December 2010 in “Langmuir” Hair fibers interact through classical forces, which are influenced by treatments and products, important for hair care and other applications.
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September 2009 in “Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data” Flutamide, dutasteride, and finasteride dissolve differently in supercritical carbon dioxide, with dutasteride dissolving the least.
January 2026 in “Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces” A silicone treatment makes damaged hair more water-resistant and stronger.
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September 2011 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Desolvation of finasteride depends on environment and technique.
The research found that nanoparticles coated with chitosan improved the skin penetration of the drug finasteride.