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June 2022 in “Scientific Reports” LGR5 is a common marker of hair follicle stem cells in different animals and is important for hair growth and regeneration.
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Coreopsis tinctoria Nutt. extract can effectively dye hair yellow or dark brown with good wash durability.
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