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January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” Oxidative stress contributes to hair graying and loss as we age.
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January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.
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