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June 2024 in “Cureus” The methods tested are reliable for assessing dandruff reduction.
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January 1983 in “PubMed” Human skin releases different steroids, with some coming from sebaceous glands and others from sweat glands.
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March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Bleached hair loses more protein than virgin hair when brushed, indicating more damage.
February 2026 in “Journal of Surfactants and Detergents” Potassium monoester maleates can effectively repair damaged hair and improve haircare products.
April 2025 in “Cosmetics” Clinopodium bolivianum essential oil boosts antioxidant activity in hair products, especially in combing cream.
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March 2023 in “Current Oncology” Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
March 2026 in “SHILAP Revista de lepidopterología” Cosmeceuticals effectively treat skin issues but need better regulation and safety measures.
April 2026 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” A new treatment using probiotic microneedles shows promise for promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation in androgenetic alopecia.
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June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
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April 2019 in “Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Universidade de São Paulo)” Hair straightening at pH 1.0 improves alignment but weakens hair more than pH 2.0.
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March 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Review” Rosmarinus officinalis tincture significantly improves hair volume and density.
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