7 citations
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December 2011 in “Annals of anatomy” Involucrin helps strengthen the inner parts of human hair.
1 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Higher keratin protein levels are important for the wool's shine in Magra sheep.
13 citations
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January 2010 in “Advances in Biochemical Engineering / Biotechnology” Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.
45 citations
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December 2006 in “Biopolymers” Permanent waving weakens hair by altering its protein structure.
29 citations
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December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A new hair treatment with caffeine and other ingredients makes hair thicker and less likely to break.
24 citations
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November 2015 in “Scientific reports” Human hair has a new region with ordered filaments and the cuticle contains β-keratin sheets.
22 citations
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September 1982 in “Journal of ultrastructure research” Wool follicle cells are more complex than previously thought.
21 citations
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March 2017 in “Skin research and technology” Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
18 citations
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August 2014 in “Lipids” Human hair has more unsaturated fats inside than on the surface, and certain lipids may help bind the outer and inner layers together.
16 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” An unhealthy scalp can damage new hair, but using ZPT shampoo can improve hair health.
14 citations
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October 2019 in “Journal of Cellular Physiology” Micrografts promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
14 citations
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March 1995 in “Journal of cell science” SV40 T antigen in hair follicles causes abnormal hair and health issues in mice.
13 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Heat damages hair, with Asian hair losing more protein than Caucasian hair.
12 citations
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January 2007 in “Current problems in dermatology” Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
10 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of biomedical optics” Melanin density affects hair color, and this method can help in cosmetic assessments and diagnosing hair diseases.
8 citations
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November 2019 in “International Journal of Morphology” Henna dye improves hair cuticle and thickness but effects vary by hair type and health.
8 citations
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July 2011 in “Animal science journal” Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
8 citations
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January 2009 in “Transactions of the Materials Research Society of Japan” Water-soluble wool keratin can protect human hair from damage during treatments.
5 citations
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September 2017 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Tying a knot can measure hair friction, useful for medical applications.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Scientific reports” Crossbreeding improves goat fiber quality, and specific genes affect hair traits and color.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Hair and wool strength is affected by the number and type of bonds in their protein structures, with hair having more protein aggregates than wool.
3 citations
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March 2024 in “Discover Applied Sciences” Spirulina proteins can improve hair smoothness and strength in hair care products.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Older age and certain lifestyles are linked to thinner, weaker hair, while how you see your hair relates to its thickness.
1 citations
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February 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
March 2026 in “Biomolecules” MicroRNAs play a key role in controlling hair growth and quality in sheep and goats.
May 2024 in “Ultramicroscopy” Atomic Force Microscopy is a more accurate way to assess hair damage and the effect of cosmetic treatments.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Different oils affect hair flexibility and strength, with their impact varying on whether hair is virgin or bleached.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
January 2019 in “Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies” Ruminant goats have larger and more defined hair follicles than younger goats.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair care products used for 4 weeks made hair smoother.