4 citations
,
March 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Gallic acid and ferulic acid can be sustainably extracted for hair supplements with high efficiency and stability.
87 citations
,
March 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, safely improve skin issues and work on all skin types.
6 citations
,
February 2020 in “Journal of Natural Products” A new compound from a sponge strongly inhibits an enzyme linked to male-pattern hair loss without being toxic at low levels.
37 citations
,
January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
December 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Compound 4 is a promising treatment for hair loss with low toxicity.
44 citations
,
January 2012 in “Food and chemical toxicology” Ursolic acid can shrink the prostate and lower a hormone linked to prostate growth in rats.
10 citations
,
August 2021 in “Cosmetics” The best shampoo formula used 1% high-weight hyaluronic acid, 10% acidic sophorolipid, and 1% salt for effective hair conditioning and cleansing without sulfates or silicones.
April 2026 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” Cinnamic acid in hydrogels can effectively fight fungi but spreads less than in solution.
62 citations
,
December 2007 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” A specific chemical change in the S100A3 protein leads to the formation of a four-part structure important for hair formation.
30% supramolecular salicylic acid is safe and effective for treating mild to moderate facial acne.
3 citations
,
June 2011 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
July 2026 in “Preprints.org” A cysteamine-derived compound helps hair stay straight in high humidity.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Citric acid strengthens and improves damaged hair.
20 citations
,
February 2017 in “European journal of pharmaceutical sciences” The MPA-ISO cocrystal improved solubility and dissolution rate, while the others did not.
10 citations
,
January 2012 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Thioglycolic acid mainly affects the unordered areas in hair structure.
10 citations
,
January 1994 Hair can be straightened using different chemicals, not just strong alkali.
13 citations
,
January 2017 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Certain compounds, especially those with a propionic substituent, could potentially be new treatments for hair loss and similar disorders.
3 citations
,
June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
19 citations
,
March 1961 in “Nature” A fatty acid/protein complex in human hair helps protect it from damage.
5 citations
,
August 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Shampoo coacervates can cause scalp irritation due to released surfactants.
42 citations
,
June 2019 in “Aging” 3,4,5-tri-O-caffeoylquinic acid promotes hair growth by activating the β-catenin pathway.
Natural α-hydroxyl acids cause skin exfoliation by activating TRPV3 channels.
47 citations
,
January 2017 in “RSC Advances” Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.
6 citations
,
February 2023 in “Journal of nanobiotechnology” The new anti-acne treatment HA-P5 effectively reduces acne by targeting two key receptors and avoids an enzyme that can hinder treatment.
May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
September 2023 in “Biomedicines” Squalene may be a marker for certain types of alopecia.
1 citations
,
April 2022 in “Crystal Growth & Design” 4 citations
,
December 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Phenolic compounds from Quercus acutissima leaves, especially casuarinin, may help treat acne.