Insights Into Structural and Proteomic Alterations Related to pH-Induced Changes and Protein Deamidation in Hair

    November 2024 in “ International Journal of Cosmetic Science ”
    Sunil S. Adav, Alicia Rosabee Yu Ling Wu, Kee Woei Ng
    Studysummary In this study, varying pH levels from 3 to 12 were found to impact hair structure and proteins, with optimal hair health observed between pH 5 and pH 7, while extreme acidic or alkaline conditions notably affected hair morphology and proteome.
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