25 citations
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May 2019 in “Cosmetics” 18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
5 citations
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March 2019 in “Scientific Reports” The technique can isolate cells to help treat skin pigmentation issues.
47 citations
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June 1996 in “International Journal of Legal Medicine” Hair analysis for drugs needs a better understanding of how drugs enter hair, considering factors like hair structure and pigmentation.
22 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Hair follicles form hard α-keratin filaments in four steps, showing structural differences.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Hair can't be reliably repaired once damaged; prevention and proper product use are key to maintaining hair health.
122 citations
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April 2011 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Particles around 100 nm can penetrate and stay in hair follicles without passing through healthy skin, making them safe for use in topical products and useful for targeted drug delivery.
45 citations
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April 2009 in “Journal of anatomy” Cat claws stay sharp by shedding their outer layer through microcracks formed during activities.
August 2005 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis” Polymethylene wax in hair relaxers makes hair smooth and shiny with less damage.
23 citations
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April 2003 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Keratin structure changes during keratinization, but the exact model remains uncertain.
June 2017 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” Polymers help reduce damage and improve bleached hair when used during or after bleaching.
265 citations
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July 2012 in “Cell” The study found that sweat glands contain different types of stem cells that help with healing and maintaining healthy skin.
161 citations
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July 2003 in “ACM Transactions on Graphics” Researchers developed a new model for more realistic computer graphics rendering of hair by considering how light scatters on hair fibers.
Researchers developed a new model for more realistic computer graphics of hair by considering how light scatters on hair fibers.
71 citations
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May 2006 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” TTD hair brittleness is caused by multiple structural abnormalities.
66 citations
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September 2005 in “Photochemical & photobiological sciences” We don't fully understand how sunlight damages different types of hair.
39 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair structure during keratinization.
36 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” Herbal nano-formulations show potential for effective skin delivery but need more research.
20 citations
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December 1995 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Liposomes can make the antiandrogen RU 58841 more effective for skin application by reducing absorption, increasing skin retention, and targeting sebaceous structures.
19 citations
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October 2014 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Dermoscopy is a good, noninvasive way to see normal cat skin structures and could be useful for check-ups.
16 citations
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October 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Chemotherapy can cause significant hair thinning and changes in hair texture, while tamoxifen has a smaller effect.
16 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Use good lighting, consistent positioning, and proper camera settings for effective hair disorder photos.
14 citations
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March 2014 in “Experimental and Molecular Pathology” Sulfur mustard damages hair follicles and sebaceous glands in mice.
13 citations
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May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.
10 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” Scientists successfully grew new hair follicles in regenerated mouse skin using mouse and human cells.
10 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of biomedical optics” Melanin density affects hair color, and this method can help in cosmetic assessments and diagnosing hair diseases.
7 citations
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April 1994 in “Archives of Otolaryngology-head & Neck Surgery” Scalp expansion is an effective way to reconstruct the scalp with good cosmetic outcomes.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Royal Society of Chemistry eBooks” Hair is a complex organ, and understanding its detailed structure and growth phases is crucial for analyzing substances within it.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of nutrition & health” Fish oil improves skin health in people with diabetes and high cholesterol.
September 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Drying hair with a microfiber towel better maintains hair strength and structure than using a cotton towel or blow-drier.
August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study found that tight junctions reach the top layer of the skin's stratum granulosum, not just the second top layer as previously thought.