Calculation of Cuticle Step Heights from AFM Images of Outer Surfaces of Human Hair
November 2003
in “
Humana Press eBooks
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TLDR AFM helps study hair surfaces for dermatology, cosmetics, and forensics.
The document discussed the use of atomic force microscopy (AFM) to examine the fine cuticular structure of human head hair. AFM provided detailed structural information that was not always visible with electron microscopy. This technique was valuable in dermatology for studying hair affected by metabolic disorders, in the cosmetics industry for evaluating the effects of haircare products, and in forensic science for hair analysis. The study highlighted the importance of AFM in substantiating claims made by cosmetic manufacturers regarding their products' effects on hair cuticle surfaces.
