research pH Dependence of the Coiled-Coil Structure of Keratin Intermediate Filament in Human Hair by 13C NMR Spectroscopy and the Mechanism of Its Disruption
Keratin structure in hair is stable at pH 5-6 but disrupts between pH 6-7.
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570-600 / 1000+ results research Enhancing properties of damaged hair through moisture control via construction of highly hydrophobic surface
A silicone treatment makes damaged hair more water-resistant and stronger.
research Desmoglein 4 is regulated by transcription factors implicated in hair shaft differentiation
Desmoglein 4 is controlled by specific proteins that affect hair growth.
research Structure and biochemistry of mammalian hard keratin
research Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β -HSD3, 17β-HSD5, and 3α-HSD3) Inhibitors:Extragonadal Regulation of Intracellular Sex Steroid Hormone Levels
Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.
research Shampoo compositions
Modern shampoos use a mix of surfactants and other ingredients to clean, reduce irritation, and improve performance.
research Skin Stearoyl-CoA Desaturase Genes
research Electrophoretic variability in human hair: Comparative sodium dodecyl sulfate‐polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis of body and head hair proteins
Keratin proteins are consistent across different hair types from the same person.
research Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research 597 Outer root sheath is able to synthesise glycogen from lactate-investigating glycogen metabolism in human hair follicles
research A genetic electrophoretic variant of high-sulfur hair proteins for forensic hair comparisons. II. Practical application of electrophoretic analysis of hair protein to forensic hair comparisons.
Electrophoresis can effectively analyze hair proteins for forensic use, even after cosmetic treatments and up to 2 years of weathering.
research Holding Solutions, Conditions, and Additives to Optimize Hair Follicle Viability and Function
research Role of cholesterol sulfate in epidermal structure and function: Lessons from X-linked ichthyosis
Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.
research Age-related downregulation of dihydrotestosterone-inactivating enzymes in human scalp sebaceous glands
Age-related changes in scalp glands may affect hair health, but sulforaphane might help.
research Unique amino acid signatures that are evolutionarily conserved distinguish simple-type, epidermal and hair keratins
Different keratin types have unique amino acid patterns that are evolutionarily conserved.
research In this Issue
Vitamin D3 is important for hair growth and protecting skin from damage caused by long-term sun exposure.
research Improved two‐dimensional electrophoretic mapping of Japanese human hair proteins; application to curved and straight Japanese human hairs; and protein identification by MALDI MS and MS/MS quadrupole time‐of‐flight mass spectrometry
The study found that minor protein differences between curved and straight Japanese hair are unlikely to significantly affect hair structure.
research AN UPDATE OF HAIR SHAFT DISORDERS
Advances in genetics may lead to targeted treatments for hair disorders.
research High‐Sulfur Protein Gene Expression in a Transgenic Mouse
Minoxidil boosts hair growth in genetically modified mice.
research Expression of dermcidin in sebocytes supports a role for sebum in the constitutive innate defense of human skin
Sebum helps protect human skin from microbes.
research Structure of human steroid 5α-reductase 2 with anti-androgen drug finasteride
The research helps understand how finasteride works and aids drug development.
research Biomarker of Oxidative Stress in Premature Hair Graying at Young Age
People with premature hair graying have an imbalance between harmful and protective molecules in their body, hinting that antioxidants might help.
research Uptake and Utilisation of Amino Acids by Human Hair Follicles and Related Cells
Cysteine and arginine are essential for hair growth and thickness.
research 280 Investigation into the role of HIF-1A stabilisation in hair follicle metabolism
Stabilizing HIF-1A in hair follicles may reduce oxidative stress and promote hair growth by increasing glycolysis.
research Isolation and Characterization of Mouse High-glycine/Tyrosine Proteins
Mouse high-glycine/tyrosine proteins have distinct patterns in hair follicles, peaking at specific hair cycle days.
research A novel method for visualizing hair lipids at the cell membrane complex: Argon sputter etching/scanning electron microscopy1
The method shows how hair lipids form specific patterns and their roles in hair structure.
research Influence of Surface Functional Groups on the Hair Growth-Promoting Activities of Nanochitins: An In Vitro Analysis
Nanochitins, especially DNCh and PNCh, effectively promote hair growth.
research Effect of Various Dietary Factors on the Deposition of Selenium in the Hair and Nails of Rats
Selenium in hair and nails is higher with L-selenomethionine and low methionine.
research 144 Deciphering the role of the hexosamine pathway in skin homeostasis
The hexosamine pathway helps protect skin cells from stress and may improve skin and hair health.
research A natural deep eutectic solvent formulation promotes hair growth by enhancing the transdermal delivery and bioactivity of hydroxytyrosol
A special solvent helps hydroxytyrosol penetrate skin better, promoting hair growth.