Effectiveness of Luliconazole vs Ketoconazole Topical Formulation in Reversing Damaged Hair Cuticle

    Maneesha Khalse, Kamlesh Patel, Vasant N. Pawar
    Studysummary This in-vitro study reported that a luliconazole-based formulation improved hair cuticle integrity and was more effective than ketoconazole in repairing damaged hair after 5 and 10 washes, with sensory analysis supporting these results. Further human studies are needed to confirm its clinical effects.
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