Research cited in this study
24 / 24 resultsresearch Understanding Curly Hair Mechanics: Fiber Strength
Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
research Degradation of Hair Surface: Importance of 18-MEA and Epicuticle
18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
research Hair Care Practices and Structural Evaluation of Scalp and Hair Shaft Parameters in African American and Caucasian Women
African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.
research Hair Cosmetics: An Overview
Dermatologists need to understand hair products to treat hair and scalp issues better.
research Hair Care and Dyeing: Impact on Alopecia
Gentle hair care and avoiding harsh treatments can help manage hair loss.
research Advancement in Shampoo (A Dermal Care Product): Preparation Methods, Patents and Commercial Utility
Shampoos have evolved into multifunctional products with patented innovations for different hair needs and can include medicinal herbs for hair and scalp health.
research The Shampoo pH Can Affect the Hair: Myth or Reality?
Shampoo pH can affect hair health, with alkaline shampoos potentially causing damage and acidic shampoos reducing frizz.
research An Overview of Chemical Straightening of Human Hair: Technical Aspects, Potential Risks to Hair Fiber and Health, and Legal Issues
Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
research Keratins and Lipids in Ethnic Hair
African hair's keratin structure is influenced by its higher lipid content.
research Hair Cosmetics
The article concludes that advancements in hair cosmetics require dermatologists to stay informed about products and their potential risks, including allergies and higher risks for hairdressers.
research Curly Hair: Measured Differences and Contributions to Breakage
Curly hair breaks more easily, especially with chemical treatments, but simpler grooming reduces breakage.
research Editorial
L'Oréal's research and workshops have advanced understanding and tailored cosmetics for African hair and skin.
research Shampoos, Conditioners, and Camouflage Techniques
Cosmetic hair products are important for hiding hair loss and improving satisfaction when combined with medical treatments.
research A Novel Cosmetic Approach to Treat Thinning Hair
A new hair treatment with caffeine and other ingredients makes hair thicker and less likely to break.
research Hair Care Practices and Their Association With Scalp and Hair Disorders in African American Girls
Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.
research Protective Effect of Conditioning Agents on Afro-Ethnic Hair Chemically Treated with Thioglycolate-Based Straightening Emulsion
Conditioning agents, especially jojoba oil and lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 methicone, protect and strengthen chemically straightened Afro-ethnic hair.
research Hair Breakage in Normal and Weathered Hair: Focus on the Black Patient
Black hair is fragile due to hair care practices, not structural differences.
research Relaxing And Straightening Of Afro-Ethnic Hair: Historical Overview
Afro-ethnic hair can be straightened using chemical and heat methods.
research Investigation of Penetration Abilities of Various Oils into Human Hair Fibers
Some oils can penetrate hair and reduce the stickiness between fibers, but mineral oil cannot.
research Diversity of Hair Growth Profiles
Different ethnic groups have unique hair growth patterns, with African hair growing slower and less dense, Asian hair growing fast but sparse, and Caucasian hair being densest; men are more likely to experience hair loss than women.
research Ethnic Hair Update: Past and Present
Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
research The Value of Hair Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals
Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and their benefits and risks should be accurately communicated by experts.
research Managing the Hair and Skin of African American Pediatric Patients
The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.