research Cytotoxic Evaluation of Hair Relaxers and Straighteners Actives in Human-Derived Skin Cells
Hair relaxers and straighteners can be toxic to skin cells.
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research Evaluation of Polymethylene Waxes as Conditioning Agents in Hair Relaxers
Polymethylene wax in hair relaxers makes hair smooth and shiny with less damage.
research Hair and scalp disorders in ethnic populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research Cosmetic Approach for Healthy and Damaged Hair
Cosmetic procedures can harm hair, but damage can be minimized with knowledge and care; however, once hair is damaged, it cannot be reliably repaired.
research Hair Straightening
Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
research Impact of acid (”progressive brush”) and alkaline straightening on the hair fiber: Differential effects on the cuticle and cortex properties
Glyoxylic acid straighteners cause more protein loss but have similar hair strength effects as traditional alkaline straighteners.
research Protein loss in human hair from combination straightening and coloring treatments
Straightening and coloring hair, especially with sodium hydroxide, greatly increases protein loss.
research Ten pearls every dermatologist should know about the appropriate use of relaxers
Dermatologists should use hair relaxers carefully to avoid hair and scalp damage, following specific guidelines for application and maintenance.
research Serum levels of minerals and vitamins in two categories of female alopecia subjects using hair relaxer
Women using hair relaxers with alopecia had lower zinc levels, suggesting zinc deficiency might contribute to hair loss.
research Chemical hair relaxer use and its potential effect on incidence of endometrial cancer in Black women.
Frequent use of chemical hair relaxers may increase endometrial cancer risk in Black women.
research Influence of Chemical Straightening on the Stability of Drugs of Abuse in Hair
Chemical hair straightening significantly reduces detectable drug levels in hair.
research Hair Straightening
Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.
research Straight to the Point: What Do We Know So Far on Hair Straightening?
Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: Past, present, and future
CCCA is a hair loss type affecting African women, possibly caused by grooming and chemicals, with various treatments and needing more research.
research Traction alopecia: the root of the problem
Tight hairstyles and chemical relaxers can cause hair loss known as traction alopecia.
research Hair loss: is there a relationship with hair care practices in Nigeria?
Frequent use of chemical hair relaxants is linked to increased scarring hair loss in Nigerian women.
research Ethnic Hair Disorders
Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
research Nonscarring Alopecias
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
research Cyberspace Chat: Beyond genetics part III: evidence that lifestyle choices may impact hair loss in androgenetic alopecia
Lifestyle choices like stress, smoking, heavy drinking, sun exposure, and chemical hair treatments might speed up hair loss in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research Effects of chemical straighteners on the hair shaft and scalp
Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
research Essential of Hair Care Cosmetics
Hair care cosmetics affect hair health; know products, ingredients, and procedures.
research Determinants of marginal traction alopecia in African girls and women
Traction alopecia is more common in African women than girls, especially when traction is applied to chemically relaxed hair; avoiding such hairstyles may reduce the risk.
research A Nationwide Outbreak of Alopecia Associated With the Use of a Hair-Relaxing Formulation
A hair-straightening product caused widespread hair loss and scalp injuries, mainly affecting African American women.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Alopecia
The document concludes that alopecia has various forms, each with specific treatments, but no definitive cure for certain types like CCCA has been proven.
research Structural changes of hair shaft after application of chemical hair straighteners: Clinical and histopathological study
Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.
research Hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair disorders in African American girls
Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.
research Changing the shape of hair with keratin peptides
Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia – an approach to diagnosis and management
Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.
research Cosmetics and hair loss
Hair care products don't cause hair loss if used correctly.