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January 1992 Silicones in shampoos make hair smoother, easier to manage, and reduce friction.
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September 2018 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” A new liposome treatment helps heal deep burns on mice by improving hair regrowth and reducing scarring.
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