February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” The Brazilian candle flame technique can damage hair by melting the cuticle and exposing the cortex.
August 2022 in “International journal of membrane science and technology” Finasteride diffuses spontaneously through SDS micelles, suggesting they can replace living cell membranes.
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.
70 citations
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June 1998 in “Polymer” Permanent waving damages hair by disrupting its keratin structure.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
3 citations
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Solute binding to hair keratin is mainly driven by hydrophobic interactions and changes with pH.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “PNAS Nexus” Raman spectroscopy can detect radiation exposure in mouse hair with high accuracy for up to 7 days.
1 citations
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September 2007 in “Neuromuscular disorders” The treatment with valproate, acetylcarnitine, folic acid, and vitamin B12 may improve muscle strength in children with SMA without significant side effects.
August 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” The ointment effectively treats neurodermatitis and chronic eczema without causing skin irritation.
A natural, eco-friendly treatment using casein and tannic acid strengthens hair by 21% while keeping it elastic.