10 citations
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” The research identified genes that explain why some sheep have curly wool and others have straight wool.
May 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Stigmasterol may help treat hair loss, but more research is needed.
39 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair structure during keratinization.
3 citations
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January 1981 Tight traditional hairstyles can cause hair loss.
January 2025 in “Open University of Cape Town (University of Cape Town)” Lipids play a key role in determining hair curvature.
3 citations
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May 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Most men's multi-hair follicles naturally stand perpendicular to a line from the top of their head, which is important for natural-looking hair transplants.
January 2007 in “Más dermatología” Gentle hair care and some medications can help manage hair shaft disorders, but no specific treatment exists for congenital issues.
April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A 4-year-old girl had a rare hair disorder affecting only part of her scalp.
Transglutaminases help form strong hair by linking proteins, and can potentially alter hair properties.
July 2024 in “Federal Practitioner” Act quickly to prevent permanent hair loss from tight hairstyles.
5 citations
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March 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The study found that pili bifurcati causes hair to intermittently split into two branches, each with its own outer layer.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
March 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Disulfide bonds affect the melting behavior of hair's crystalline structure, but hair retains some stability even after these bonds are broken.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” Coily/curly hair products cost more than straight hair products, highlighting a need for fair pricing.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new method using 1,4-n-butylene dimaleate effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
1 citations
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April 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” Trichoscopy can detect early signs of steroid overuse on the scalp, suggesting a need for non-steroidal treatments.
1 citations
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May 2013 in “PubMed” Glycylglycine makes hair softer by improving alignment and changing hair's internal properties.
April 2026 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” 1 citations
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July 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair curvature is the main factor affecting curly hair manageability and product preferences.
January 2025 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” 7 citations
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October 2022 in “Development” Overactive Wnt5a disrupts hair follicle orientation in mice.
19 citations
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August 2018 in “Clinics in plastic surgery” The conclusion is that certain surgeries can help people with gender dysphoria look more like their true gender and feel better.
3 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Feminizing hormone therapy increases hair counts and improves hair-related quality of life, while masculinizing therapy may reduce large terminal hairs.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A plant-based treatment from Avena strigosa seeds effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
March 2025 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Natural hairline asymmetry should be embraced for better-looking hair transplants.
Hydrophobic modifications make human hair less affected by water.
5 citations
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November 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A 3-year-old girl has short anagen syndrome, causing her hair to stay short.
July 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
9 citations
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January 1995 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” New suturing technique with wider intervals and shallow stitches helps prevent scalp scars and promotes hair growth.
3 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea” Transglutaminase can repair damaged hair, making it stronger and shinier.