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September 2023 in “International journal of biomedicine” Minoxidil might help treat acne scars by reducing collagen buildup.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with atopic dermatitis have more CD4+ T cells that respond to a certain bacterial lipid, which may play a role in the skin condition's inflammation.
December 2019 in “International journal of engineering applied science and technology” Tridax procumbens, a weed, has various medicinal properties including wound healing and antibacterial effects.
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June 2014 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Glyoxylic acid is a safer alternative to formaldehyde for hair straightening and effectively changes hair structure.
January 2026 in “Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry” A new, efficient method creates sulfinimidate esters from sulfenamides and alcohols without metals.
January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Using laccase to add poly(tyrosine) to wool makes it less likely to shrink and stronger.
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January 1981 Nucleophilic reagents break down hair keratin, forming more lanthionine and lysinoalanine than in wool.
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January 1972 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Protein Structure” October 2021 in “Authorea (Authorea)” New hair perming method using tyrosine is gentler and can be done with a blow-dryer.
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November 2009 in “European Journal of Neuroscience” Progesterone and allopregnanolone increase glycine release in rat brain cells.
August 2025 in “Marine Drugs” The new composite material is safe and has anticoagulant properties.
Poly-L-lactic acid injections can cause hair loss and skin issues.
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September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia” Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
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October 2012 in “Journal of child neurology” The same genetic mutation in Sjögren-Larsson syndrome can lead to different levels of severity, suggesting other factors influence the symptoms.
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January 2017 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” Inhibiting ALOX12 can help hair cuticle maturation by increasing S100A3 citrullination.
July 2023 in “Nature Reviews Chemistry” A new method strengthens hair without using harmful chemicals.
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April 1989 in “Alcoholism Clinical and Experimental Research” The ethanol patch test reliably identifies ALDH phenotype.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” AL136131.3 slows hair growth by affecting energy processes in hair loss.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new method using 1,4-n-butylene dimaleate effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
February 2022 in “Fibers” Scientists created a non-toxic, sugar-based hair product that can style hair without damage.
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December 2020 in “mSphere” A fungal enzyme was used to make compounds more soluble, aiding drug discovery and crop protection.
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December 2012 in “Journal of molecular structure” The study found that thioglycolic acid breaks down hair bonds more consistently than l-cysteine, which is less damaging to hair.
The transporter protein SH1446 in Staphylococcus hominis is key to underarm odor production.
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February 1971 in “Biochemistry” Specific cross-linkages help make hair proteins stable and strong.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new amino acid derivative, ATS, improves hair texture and moisture, making it easier to straighten curly hair.
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March 2004 in “Patty's Toxicology” These chemicals can be toxic and cause health issues like irritation, liver damage, and cancer.
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March 2004 in “Patty's Toxicology” These chemicals can be toxic, causing health issues like cancer, liver damage, and irritation.
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May 2011 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” PEA boosts allopregnanolone production and reduces oxidative stress in brain cells.
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