85 citations
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October 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Curly hair shape is due to uneven growth patterns in the hair follicle.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” UV radiation damages hair similar to bleaching, but double bleaching causes more severe protein degradation.
May 2026 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Bleaching damages hair the most, while dyes improve combability but still cause protein loss.
January 2005 in “Seibutsu Butsuri/Seibutsu butsuri” Chemical treatments damage hair more than UV exposure, making it thinner and less flexible.
September 2015 in “The European physical journal. E, Soft matter and biological physics/The European physical journal. E, Soft matter” Longer time setting curls overnight leads to better curl retention.
3 citations
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January 2002 in “Springer eBooks” Alkaline hair relaxers damage hair, but cationic and non-ionic polymers can help reduce this damage.
47 citations
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January 2017 in “RSC Advances” Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Bathroom heating lamps can damage hair, causing it to become dry, brittle, and broken.
13 citations
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October 2008 in “PubMed” Japanese women's curved hair has an uneven internal structure and varying amino acid composition.
81 citations
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December 2007 in “Acta materialia” AFM helped show how hair changes under tension and the effects of damage and conditioner.
45 citations
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December 2006 in “Biopolymers” Permanent waving weakens hair by altering its protein structure.
Oxidized hair can naturally regain strength and stability over six months.
9 citations
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March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The torsional method effectively evaluates hair damage and the performance of hair care ingredients.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair's strength, especially when wet.
1 citations
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October 2009 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new keratin treatment can strengthen and protect aging hair.
August 2023 in “Journal of Health and Beauty” K-30 treatment restores protein and weight in damaged hair, making it similar to healthy hair.
Hair keratin treatments can be harmful, potentially causing health issues like skin reactions and cancer.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Heat and UV exposure damage hair structure by altering keratins.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Health Management Review” Alkaline substances can severely damage hair and scalp health.
October 2021 in “Authorea (Authorea)” New hair perming method using tyrosine is gentler and can be done with a blow-dryer.
December 2025 in “The American Journal of Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Research” Ultrasonic and infrared treatments can improve hair strength and appearance with minimal damage.
5 citations
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December 2020 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Treatments improved hair surface and scale structure but didn't increase certain bonds in the hair cortex.
7 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The document suggests finding a simpler, cheaper way to diagnose Uncombable Hair Syndrome.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
4 citations
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January 2007 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Permed hair degrades faster and shows more damage after protease treatment compared to untreated hair.
2 citations
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March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair structure varies by ethnicity, and certain treatments can improve hair condition and appearance.
January 2008 in “대한미용학회지” UV exposure severely damages hair, making it rough and weak.
December 2022 in “European journal of internal medicine” Hair straightening treatments can cause serious kidney damage, especially if you have skin issues.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Bleaching hair increases pore size and changes pore structure.