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November 2016 in “Human & Experimental Toxicology” This study found that maternal exposure to artificial food coloring additives altered the expression of CYP1A1, various glutathione S-transferases, and VEGF in rat skin, which could influence skin disease development.
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January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This review discusses the factors influencing human hair color, including genetic components like the MC1R gene and enzyme activity, without presenting new experimental results.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews the formation of natural hair color, strategies for artificial coloring, and future trends, without presenting new research findings.
In this study, researchers developed a standardized Ayurvedic hair pack using natural ingredients like Shikakai and Amla and confirmed its safety and pH suitability; they concluded it could be a scientifically validated alternative to synthetic hair products.
This review discusses the factors influencing human hair color, including genetic components and enzymatic activity, and highlights the forensic significance of hair color analysis, but reports no new findings.