Reimagining Hair Science: A New Approach to Classify Curly Hair Phenotypes via New Quantitative Geometric and Structural Mechanical Parameters

    May 2023 in “ Accounts of chemical research ”
    Michelle Gaines, Imani Page, Nolan A. Miller … Alfred Crosby
    Studysummary This study aimed to identify new quantitative geometric and mechanical parameters for curly and kinky hair using various microscopy and mechanical analysis methods, revealing correlations between hair fiber geometry and mechanical performance to enhance personal care product development and promote cultural inclusion.
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