Photo-Protective Effect of Cuttlefish Ink Melanin on Human Hair

    September 2021 in “ Journal of Applied Polymer Science ”
    P. K. Binsi, P. Muhamed Ashraf, U. Parvathy, A.A. Zynudheen
    Studysummary This study found that melanin extracted from cuttlefish ink provided significant protection against UV radiation damage to human hair, suggesting its potential as a photoprotective agent in hair-care products.
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