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April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Low-intensity ultrasound may protect hair follicles from damage caused by a common chemotherapy drug.
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October 2007 in “PubMed” Polyquaternium-70 shampoo is best for reducing frizz.
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