October 2025 in “Experimental & Molecular Medicine” Hair analysis is valuable for health and forensics but faces challenges like growth variability and contamination.
October 2019 in “Journal of Face Aesthetics” New technologies and teamwork across specialties are changing facial aesthetics, offering personalized, non-surgical options.
70 citations
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June 1998 in “Polymer” Permanent waving damages hair by disrupting its keratin structure.
18 citations
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August 2014 in “Lipids” Human hair has more unsaturated fats inside than on the surface, and certain lipids may help bind the outer and inner layers together.
13 citations
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March 2020 in “Spectrochimica Acta Part A Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy” Alopecic hair has more irregular structures and chemical changes than normal hair, reducing its strength.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Cosmetics” Different tests are used to see how hair care products affect hair, and choosing the right test is important for accurate results.
8 citations
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July 2019 in “Pure and Applied Chemistry” Some natural compounds from Iris plants can block enzymes related to certain disorders, with a few affecting both targeted enzymes.
4 citations
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August 2016 in “PubMed” Repeated dyeing and shampooing cause hair color loss and damage.
3 citations
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September 2021 in “Data in brief” Bleaching hair changes its structure and weakens it, which is important for understanding hair damage and creating treatments.
October 2024 in “Cosmetics” ATG effectively reduces hair frizz without damaging hair strength.
August 2024 in “Cosmetics” K18® and Olaplex® both effectively repair bleached hair, improving its strength, smoothness, and overall health.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” Minoxidil tablets with 6% croscarmellose sodium dissolve quickly and work well.
January 2017 in “Bulletin of Pharmaceutical Research” Chemical fingerprints can distinguish Eclipta prostrata from Wedelia calendulacea to prevent confusion and adulteration.
161 citations
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June 1994 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair stops producing melanin as it transitions from the growth phase to the resting phase.
111 citations
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August 2002 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” New compounds were made that block an enzyme linked to breast cancer better than existing treatments.
93 citations
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January 2007 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Caffeine in shampoo quickly enters the body through hair follicles.
23 citations
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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.
21 citations
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December 2011 in “Chungara” Mummy hair's chemical composition may not accurately show ancient people's health due to environmental contamination.
17 citations
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” Cold-pressed plant oils have valuable natural antioxidants and skin care benefits.
16 citations
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August 2004 in “Tetrahedron” Scientists made all eight versions of a compound called cyoctol, but found it's not an anti-androgen and it fully breaks down in the skin.
15 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” Loliolide from Scenedesmus deserticola may help with anti-aging.
14 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B Biology” UV exposure damages hair, increasing thiols and altering protein structure.
12 citations
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March 2023 in “Processes” Plant surfactants from quinoa and soybeans are effective, safe, and eco-friendly for shampoos.
8 citations
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July 2013 in “PLoS ONE” DNA can be quickly and effectively extracted from hair using laundry powder.
8 citations
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January 2011 in “Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry” Minoxidil reacts to nitrosation 7 times more than phenol, mainly due to its -NH₂ groups, leading to the creation of N-nitrosominoxidil.
7 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” African hair has the most lipids, while Caucasian hair is more hydrated and stronger.
7 citations
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January 2001 in “Comprehensive series in photosciences” UV radiation significantly damages hair, especially with humidity, making it more vulnerable to further damage.
5 citations
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April 2022 in “Egyptian Journal of Chemistry” Sansevieria trifasciata shows promise as a natural treatment for hair loss.
5 citations
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December 2020 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Treatments improved hair surface and scale structure but didn't increase certain bonds in the hair cortex.
5 citations
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March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.