Modern shampoos use a mix of surfactants and other ingredients to clean, reduce irritation, and improve performance.
October 2025 in “Coloration Technology” Delipidised wool is brighter, dyes better, and is more eco-friendly.
January 2023 in “Fashion and textiles” Cationic and nonionic surfactants provide better color intensity and resistance for semi-permanent hair dye than anionic surfactants.
January 2023 in “Minds at UW (University of Wisconsin)” More research is needed to understand how shampoo chemicals affect hair strength and structure.
January 2016 in “Huanjing yu Jiankang Zazhi”
October 2023 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” Human hair keratins might be good for filtering out harmful substances like diclofenac and PFBS from water.
December 2012 in “SWU eJournals System (Srinakharinwirot University)” Chemical hair removal can cause skin irritation and other issues, but natural alternatives are being explored.
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November 2023 in “Cosmetics” Surfactants damage hair, but sealing the cuticle can prevent this.
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August 2007 in “Journal of Biotechnology” 3 citations
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June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Hair care products clean, protect, style, color, and change hair structure.
November 2004 in “Qucosa (Saxon State and University Library Dresden)” Active agents mainly stay on the hair surface after short washes.
4 citations
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January 1988 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” 0.1% piroctone olamine in hair tonics effectively treats dandruff.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Conditioners improve hair manageability but don't repair damage.
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January 2009 in “Journal of Oleo Science” Sterol surfactants can effectively dissolve UV ray absorbers.
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July 2019 in “Scientific reports” Surface and internal treatments can help prevent hair lipid loss during washing.
39 citations
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January 1979 in “Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea” Surfactants can protect or harm hair, skin, and nails, depending on their type and use.
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March 2023 in “Processes” Plant surfactants from quinoa and soybeans are effective, safe, and eco-friendly for shampoos.
4 citations
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March 2007 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” Hair care products can cause skin irritation and allergies due to certain chemicals.
December 2023 in “The journal of physical chemistry. B (1997 : Online)” Human hair keratin might be good for filtering out harmful substances from water.
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March 2019 in “Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL” New method quickly and accurately measures dexpanthenol in hair products.
25 citations
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May 2019 in “Cosmetics” 18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” The optimal pomegranate leaf extract shampoo formula effectively combats dandruff without causing hair loss.
May 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation” 15 citations
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March 2019 in “Veterinary Dermatology” April 2022 in “Reactions Weekly”
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January 2004 in “Sen i Gakkaishi” DTDG in hair treatments reduces damage and preserves hair structure.
January 2013 in “CINECA IRIS Institutial research information system (University of Pisa)” Haircare products may expose users to harmful chemicals despite regulations.
September 2025 in “Ensaios USF” The solid shampoo is eco-friendly and effective, offering a sustainable alternative to regular shampoos.
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January 2007 in “Journal of health science” The enzymatic method can effectively identify chemical treatments on hair.