A Review: Hair Health, Concerns of Shampoo Ingredients and Scalp Nourishing Treatments

September 2015 in “ Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology ”

Chin-Hsien T. Chiu, Shu‐Hung Huang, Huimin Wang

hair loss antimicrobial agents surfactants preservatives carcinogenic chemicals micronutrients scalp nourishing treatments

This review discussed the impact of various factors on hair health, including external elements like sun exposure and smoking, dietary deficiencies, and the use of certain chemicals in shampoos. It highlighted that antimicrobial agents, surfactants, and preservatives in shampoos could damage hair and hinder growth. The review also addressed hair issues such as hair loss and emphasized the importance of avoiding carcinogenic chemicals in hair products. It suggested alternatives to harmful ingredients and recommended scalp nourishing treatments with micronutrients. The review identified areas of disagreement in existing research and suggested directions for future studies.

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