19 citations
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July 2018 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Bleaching and combing damage hair's surface and mechanical properties.
10 citations
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September 2020 in “Metabolites” Hair color and length affect metabolite profiles in hair, so they should be considered in hair analysis.
138 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss can significantly affect a person's self-esteem and body image, especially in young people, those who value their looks highly, and women.
December 2023 in “Journal of molecular structure” Hair treatments and dehydration affect hair's lipid and protein behavior, influencing its flexibility and appearance.
18 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Straightening and coloring hair, especially with sodium hydroxide, greatly increases protein loss.
June 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.” External factors like pollution, stress, and poor nutrition can negatively affect hair growth.
119 citations
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November 2016 in “American journal of human genetics” Mutations in three genes cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome, leading to frizzy hair that can't be combed flat.
3 citations
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Healthier hair and scalp improve mental wellbeing.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” Korean people prefer M-shaped hairlines and lower foreheads, with no major differences across various demographics.
August 2013 in “Toxicology letters” 12 citations
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February 2011 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hair properties vary with age and ethnic origin.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” APKH in young males may signal early hair loss and needs early attention.
Regular checks and knowing what causes hair loss can help find it early.
7 citations
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July 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Alopecia areata caused a boy's hair to regrow straight instead of curly, but the exact reason is unknown.
Hair thickening procedures can help people with early hair loss when combined with proper scalp and hair care.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “Biological and medical physics series” Human hair's structure and properties were studied using advanced microscopes and mechanical tests.
November 2003 in “Hair transplant forum international”
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November 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss can cause stress and mental health issues, so treatments should address both the physical and psychological aspects, involving a team of dermatologists, psychologists, and hair specialists.
16 citations
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April 2017 in “ACM Transactions on Graphics” Light scatters differently from elliptical hair fibers than from circular ones, and a new model better predicts this behavior, especially for shiny highlights.
2 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 1 citations
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May 1983 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The hairpiece matted due to weathered hair after shampooing.
January 2022 in “Springer eBooks” January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” 17 citations
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September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” African hair is more fragile due to its unique shape and internal structure.
October 2018 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats is crucial for maintaining healthy hair and preventing hair loss.
46 citations
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October 2009 in “Archives of Dermatology” Loose anagen hair syndrome, often affecting young girls, can be diagnosed with a hair-pull test and usually gets better on its own, but severe cases may need treatment.
January 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international”