TLDR Better hair care products are needed to protect against grooming and chemical damage.
Most hair damage resulted from grooming habits and chemical exposure for cosmetic purposes. The study highlighted the need for improved protective mechanisms against cuticular and UV damage to maintain hair's cosmetic value. Collaboration between dermatologists and cosmetic chemists was essential to develop better hair care products, with dermatologists focusing on enhancing hair shaft functioning and chemists identifying and formulating effective substances.
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January 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The book is a valuable resource for understanding hair and scalp problems but could be updated with more information on certain conditions.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Hair dyes and perms can damage hair and scalp, but using interventions can reduce harm.
December 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” Eating well and avoiding synthetic hair products are key for healthy hair.
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August 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.
