8 citations
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July 2002 in “X-Ray Spectrometry” Elemental composition of hair affects its x-ray diffraction patterns.
7 citations
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October 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Post-waxing folliculitis is common on arms and forearms, and further biopsies are needed to understand it better.
6 citations
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August 2023 in “BMC genomics” The study found that genetic differences related to hair growth and other traits help cashmere goats adapt to high-altitude environments.
6 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Pigmented concealing powders can improve the look of hair density for people with hair loss but need daily application and may not work well in wet conditions.
6 citations
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April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is likely caused by blocked hair follicles, not apocrine glands.
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July 2009 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Hair follicle stem cells are key for hair growth and skin repair.
6 citations
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January 1997 in “Medical Mycology” The fungus Piedraia hortae damages hair by slowly breaking down its layers, leading to long-lasting infection.
5 citations
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May 2022 in “Biomedicines” Botryococcus terribilis and its compounds may promote hair growth and improve hair health.
5 citations
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October 2020 in “Experimental dermatology” A specific type of skin cell creates an opening for hair to grow out, and problems with this process can lead to skin conditions.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” Researchers found 617 genes that behave differently in cashmere goat hair follicles, which could help understand hair growth.
5 citations
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June 2014 in “Der Hautarzt” Genetic testing can identify causes of rare hair loss disorders in children, but no treatments exist.
4 citations
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December 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” A rare skin condition with cysts was found on a 5-year-old boy's scalp.
4 citations
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August 1991 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The tumor on the man's nose was a rare type called pedunculated follicular hamartoma.
4 citations
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April 1989 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Trichohyalin granules help inner root sheath cells in hair follicles harden by integrating with keratin filaments.
4 citations
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April 1983 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A 15-year-old girl with hypothyroidism had excess hair and skin issues due to blocked hair follicles.
4 citations
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April 1955 in “Textile Research Journal” The effectiveness of reducing agents on hair fibers depends on their electrode potentials.
3 citations
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March 2024 in “Discover Applied Sciences” Spirulina proteins can improve hair smoothness and strength in hair care products.
3 citations
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in Surgery” Proteomics combined with other technologies can lead to a better understanding of skin diseases.
3 citations
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December 2018 in “Routledge eBooks” Hair is made of strong keratin fibers that protect against the environment.
3 citations
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September 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth) can help diagnose superficial epidermolytic ichthyosis.
3 citations
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September 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different oils penetrate hair differently; monounsaturated oils like olive oil penetrate better than polyunsaturated oils.
3 citations
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August 2000 in “Anatomia Histologia Embryologia” Prenatal retinoic acid exposure did not affect mouse vibrissal follicle development.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hair follicles respond differently to pulling forces in various regions.
2 citations
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February 2018 Raman spectroscopy can help identify cancerous skin tissue during surgery.
2 citations
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September 2017 in “Biotechniques/BioTechniques” Researchers created a mouse cell line to study hair growth and test hair growth drugs.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Springer briefs in molecular science” Using natural sources as hair conditioners can help restore shine and softness to damaged hair.
2 citations
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July 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Trichoblastic carcinoma may be a distinct type of skin cancer different from basal cell carcinoma.
2 citations
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June 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology” A black pore on a man's cheek was a hair follicle tumor and was removed.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of veterinary diagnostic investigation” A British Bulldog had a unique viral plaque caused by Canine papillomavirus 18, different from typical tumors.
1 citations
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December 2019 in “International journal of innovative technology and exploring engineering” Fish scale-based organic hair oil and shampoo may improve hair health and prevent damage.