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June 2013 in “PubMed” The automated flat iron can permanently straighten hair without chemicals, especially at 154°C, and silicone improves the results.
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November 2025 in “Biomimetics” Hydrogels show promise in preventing and treating skin damage from radiation therapy.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new hair perming method avoids damage and lasts longer than traditional methods.
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December 2001 in “PubMed” The conclusion is that substances can penetrate hair fibers through multiple pathways, including both the cell membrane complex and the non-keratinous parts.
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July 2023 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” The hydrogel promotes better wound healing by creating a fetal-like environment.
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January 2013 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications” HAIRCARECUBE TM (HCC) helps hair products work better by getting active ingredients deeper into the hair.
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June 2023 in “ACS sustainable chemistry & engineering” The study found a green method for strengthening hair works on all hair colors and is eco-friendly.
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May 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Biology Open Access” Hydrogen peroxide is a major risk factor for melanoma in swimmers, more than UV light.
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September 2004 in “Biomacromolecules” The Glu413Lys mutation in keratin affects hair stability, while Glu413Asp does not.
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January 2018 in “Advances in experimental medicine and biology” Keratin proteins are crucial for hair growth and structure.
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November 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Pili torti hair is fragile due to loose keratin filaments and weak disulfide bonds.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research concluded that hyaluronic acid affects the formation and growth of hair follicle-like structures in a lab setting.
Hyaluronic acid in shampoo penetrated hair well, reduced frizz, and improved hair strength and moisture.
Hair coloring and bleaching can permanently break down hair protein and temporarily change its properties.
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September 2001 in “Computer graphics forum” The authors created a realistic and efficient method to simulate hair movement by combining fluid dynamics with individual hair strand behavior.
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April 2023 in “Scientific Reports” Self-assembling RADA16-I hydrogels with bioactive peptides significantly improve wound healing.
June 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hydrogen peroxide may have both positive and negative effects on wound healing, and its safe concentration for hair transplant surgery is unclear.
June 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” The skin basement membrane is specialized for different tissue interactions, important for hair growth and attachment.
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August 2011 in “Journal of Food Biochemistry” Zinc binds to milk protein α-casein, forming stable complexes that could help fortify milk with zinc to prevent deficiencies.
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November 2009 in “Journal of Structural Biology” High flux X-ray beams quickly damage the structure of human hair.
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February 2015 in “Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion” Plasma jet treatments can clean hair and might replace peroxide for hair care.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Biomembrane-based hydrogels can effectively promote chronic wound healing.
January 2025 in “ACS Materials Letters” The hydrogel system improves healing in infected burn wounds by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.
April 2024 in “Journal of composites science” Hydrogel composites have great potential in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and drug delivery.