Improving Tensile Properties of Hair with a Natural Moisturizer
January 2010
in “
SÖFW-Journal
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New to Keratin? There is a guide in the encyclopedia. Read the guide → Studysummary This article discusses the social and physical significance of hair and highlights the impressive tensile strength of keratin-rich human hair, reporting no new results.
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The document discussed the importance of hair in human image and the role of cosmetic formulations in altering hair's physical properties. It highlighted that hair is primarily composed of keratin, which is crucial for its tensile strength. The study noted that a single healthy hair requires 50-100 grams of force to rupture, and with an average of 120,000 hairs on a human head, the combined strength could support six to twelve tons. The research focused on improving these tensile properties using a natural moisturizer.
