May 2026 in “International Journal of Health Management Review” This study found that the use of high pH chemical agents for hair straightening can cause significant damage to hair, including protein degradation and weakened fiber strength, and may lead to permanent scalp conditions like contact dermatitis and cicatricial alopecia.
October 2025 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” The abstract discusses the multidisciplinary nature and advancement of dermatology and aesthetic procedures within the health sciences, emphasizing the integration of diagnostic, corrective, preventive, and therapeutic approaches, but does not provide specific study results.
February 2026 in “Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences” This integrative literature review revealed that chronic stress, characterized by elevated cortisol levels, negatively impacts hair follicle integrity and contributes to alopecia by promoting the premature transition from the growth phase to the resting phase of the hair cycle.
January 2024 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses recent research on exosomes' role in dermatology, highlighting their involvement in skin diseases and rejuvenation and exploring therapeutic possibilities in these areas.
November 2023 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This summary of a pharmacy internship reports on expanding scientific knowledge through diverse activities, including exploring diabetes medications for obesity treatment and discussing the role of nutritional supplements in geriatrics.