May 2024 in “Indian journal of pharmacy and pharmacology” 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.
September 2019 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” This study tested the effects of protective pre-treatments on African hair and found that these treatments, combined with moderate grooming, may help maintain cuticle integrity.
This study found that coconut oil may protect the cuticle of chemically treated hair, which tends to be damaged compared to untreated hair.
January 2026 in “ChemistrySelect” This study demonstrates that a newly developed bio-based, dual-phasic hair serum offers a sustainable and effective alternative to traditional silicone-based serums, enhancing hair cuticle integrity and consumer appeal while supporting environmentally friendly formulation design.
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July 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that instrumental measurement methods effectively verified the efficacy of hair care products in repairing slightly damaged hair, showing consistent results with sensory assessments of gloss and frizz, and offering benefits like accuracy and quantifiability.
