Porosity at Different Structural Levels in Human and Yak Belly Hair and Its Effect on Hair Dyeing

    May 2020 in “ Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual ”
    Alexander R. M. Müllner, Ruben Pahl, Doris Brandhuber, Herwig Peterlik
    Studysummary This study found that while yak belly hair is chemically similar to human hair, its higher porosity and lower mechanical strength limit its usefulness as a substitute in hair dye development.
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