research Towards a Better Physical Understanding of Human Hair : Development of Fiber Tribology-Methods at the Micro- and Nanoscale
Polyquaternium-87 reduces hair friction the most among tested polymers.
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research Water distribution in human hair microstructure elucidated by spin contrast variation small-angle neutron scattering
The technique showed that human hair has two main parts, with 68% being rigid and the rest flexible, and water swelling affects its structure.
research Tannic acid modified keratin/sodium alginate/carboxymethyl chitosan biocomposite hydrogels with good mechanical properties and swelling behavior
The hydrogel shows promise for wound healing due to its strong mechanical, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
research Penetration of different molecular weight hydrolysed keratins into hair fibres and their effects on the physical properties of textured hair
Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
research The Effect of Dimethyl Sulfoxide on Percutaneous Absorption: A Mechanistic Study, Part III
DMSO causes reversible swelling in hair but has a complex, less reversible effect on skin.
research Emulsifying Properties of α-Chitin Nanofibrils Prepared by Aqueous Counter Collision
Chitin nanofibrils are better at stabilizing oil droplets in emulsions than cellulose nanofibrils.
research Elastoinertial effects govern dynamic response of soft hair beds
Hair beds in fluid show nonlinear response due to viscosity, inertia, and elasticity.
research A highly sensitive MEMS silicon‐hair device reproducing the function of hair follicle
The device mimics human hair follicles and detects tiny forces and moments with high sensitivity.
research The Binding of Small Molecules and Polymers to Keratin and Their Effects on the Physicochemical and Surface Properties of Hair Fibers
Certain small molecules and polymers can change hair's physical properties and how it feels by affecting the bonds within the hair.
research A study on effects of water-soluble minoxidil on hair growth in C57BL/6 mice
Water-soluble minoxidil effectively promoted hair growth in mice.
research Investigations on the penetration of hydrolyzed wheat proteins into human hair by confocal laser-scanning fluorescence microscopy
Hydrolyzed wheat proteins penetrate all hair types effectively.
research Efficacy and Acceptability of a New Water-Soluble Nail Strengthener Containing Pistacia lentiscus and Hyaluronic Acid to Improve the Appearance of Brittle Nails versus Untreated Nails: In vitro and Clinical Evidence
The nail strengthener with Pistacia lentiscus and hyaluronic acid improves brittle nails' appearance and strength.
research Monoolein-alginate beads as a platform to promote adenosine cutaneous localization and wound healing
Monoolein-alginate beads help heal wounds by controlling moisture and effectively delivering adenosine to the skin.
research Waterborne polyurethanes from castor oil-based polyols for next generation of environmentally-friendly hair-styling agents
Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
research Solubility of minoxidil in binary mixture of ethanol + water at various temperatures
Minoxidil dissolves better in ethanol-water mixtures at different temperatures, with water playing a key role.
research Rheological evaluation of the consistency factor in Equisetum arvense (l.) gel formulations
Methyl cellulose makes the most stable Equisetum arvense gel.
research Quantifying Polymer Deposition on Hair Fibers by Microfluorometry
Microfluorometry effectively measures how much polymer coats and penetrates hair, useful for evaluating hair products.
research Interactions between Crossed Hair Fibers at the Nanoscale
Hair fibers interact through classical forces, which are influenced by treatments and products, important for hair care and other applications.
research EXAMINATION OF THE “SURFACE TENSION” OF NEWBORN RAT SKIN: METHOD AND EFFECTS OF EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR (EGF)
research The susceptibility of disulfide bonds to modification in keratin fibers undergoing tensile stress
Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
research Mechanical properties characterization of human hair fibers cortex region by multiparametric Atomic Force Microscopy mapping
The active ingredient improves the strength of damaged hair fibers.
research Fractography of human hair
Moisture content significantly affects how human hair breaks.
research The formulation and in‐vitro evaluation of WS Biotin, a novel encapsulated form of D‐Biotin with improved water solubility for hair and skin treatment applications
WS Biotin, a new form of D-Biotin, improves water solubility and shows potential for hair and skin care without being toxic at low levels.
research The preparation of high minoxidil loaded transfersomes and its gel for effective topical treatment of alopecia
The new minoxidil gel improves hair growth and reduces skin irritation.
research Hair removal and bioavailability of chemicals: Effect of physicochemical properties of drugs and surfactants on skin permeation ex vivo
Hair removal methods damage the skin barrier and affect substance penetration.
research Penetration enhancer-containing vesicles (PEVs) as carriers for cutaneous delivery of minoxidil:in vitroevaluation of drug permeation by infrared spectroscopy
PEVs effectively deliver minoxidil through skin.
research Biomembrane-Based Nanostructure- and Microstructure-Loaded Hydrogels for Promoting Chronic Wound Healing
Biomembrane-based hydrogels can effectively promote chronic wound healing.
research Electrospun egg white protein/polyvinyl alcohol/graphene oxide fibrous wound dressing: Fabrication, antibacterial, cytocompatibility and wound healing assay
Adding 1 mg/ml of graphene oxide to egg white protein wound dressings improves antibacterial properties and supports skin repair.
research Tactile and hair-hair friction behavior of hair fibers
Hair feels different when touched and rubs together in various ways.
research Fabrication of a 3D hair follicle‐like hydrogel by soft lithography
Researchers created a 3D hydrogel that mimics human hair follicles, which may help with hair loss treatments.