Raman Spectroscopic Analysis of L-Phenylalanine and Hydrolyzed Eggwhite Protein Penetration into Keratin Fibers

    Akio Kuzuhara
    Studysummary This study found that hydrophobic amino acids from egg white hydrolyzed protein and L-phenylalanine effectively penetrate deep into the human hair fiber, increasing specific contents in both virgin and bleached hair.
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