April 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Astrotactin2 affects hair follicle orientation and skin cell polarity.
5 citations
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September 2023 in “Pediatric Research” January 2009 in “Chinese journal of Clinical Medicine”
4 citations
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July 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” Hormone therapy increases facial and body hair in transgender men, while hair removal improves well-being in transgender women, but cost is a barrier as insurance often doesn't cover it. Dermatologists can use various treatments for these hair issues.
January 2008 in “대한미용학회지” UV exposure severely damages hair, making it rough and weak.
51 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology” Bleaching damages hair, making it rougher and weaker.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
6 citations
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July 2007 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” The document concludes that using autologous follicular unit implantation is a successful method to correct hairline deformities after facial rejuvenation.
January 2010 in “SÖFW-Journal” A natural moisturizer can make hair stronger.
January 2012 in “한국미용학회지” Applying conditioner in the middle of a perm process reduces hair damage the most.
4 citations
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November 1996 in “European journal of endocrinology” Spironolactone may help treat excessive hair growth in girls, but more research is needed.
13 citations
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May 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The paper concludes that copying the natural direction and angle of hair in transplants is key for a natural look and doesn't harm hair survival.
September 2021 in “Yearbook of pediatric endocrinology” Stress hormone stops a growth signal and keeps hair stem cells inactive, reducing hair growth.
December 2022 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Special scalp and hair examination techniques can identify hair problems.
9 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lateral oblique forehead lines are caused by muscle movement, not sleep positions, and can be treated with botulinum toxin A.
1 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” A 9-year-old Hispanic girl has Uncombable Hair Syndrome, which may improve with age and biotin treatment.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair moisture behavior helps tell apart different chemical treatments and reveals insights into hair structure.
12 citations
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November 1987 in “Pediatric dermatology” Four children had unmanageable pale blond hair due to uncombable-hair syndrome.
77 citations
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March 2021 in “Nature” Stress hormone corticosterone blocks a growth factor to slow down hair stem cell activity and hair growth.
January 2020 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Hair styling products can damage hair over time.
October 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Mechanical stretching can promote hair growth by activating certain immune cells.
13 citations
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September 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Thioglycerol treatment at pH 9.0 with ammonia causes less hair damage and better waving than thioglycolic acid.
April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Asymmetric hair follicle differentiation causes the unique shape of kinky hair.
12 citations
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July 2020 in “Aging” The protein EZH2 blocks microRNA-22, increasing STK40 protein, which helps hair follicle stem cells change and grow hair.
19 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” The report found a new type of hair loss in African-American women that affects more areas of the scalp than previously thought.
16 citations
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October 2021 in “Trends in biotechnology” Future hair products will use ecofriendly proteins and peptides to improve hair health and appearance.
13 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Visualized Experiments” The method successfully isolates hair follicle stem cells and skin cells from mice for research.
12 citations
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January 2020 in “Analyst” Researchers found markers that can tell if hair has been bleached, which could improve hair test accuracy.
7 citations
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” Chemotherapy and certain hair care practices can cause severe hair matting.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” Children's hair is more elastic, but tensile strength is similar across different factors.