10 citations
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September 2020 in “Biopolymers” This study found that bleached hair showed optimal protein structural integrity and tensile strength at pH 5, with significant changes in cross-linking, water content, and diameter at more alkaline or acidic levels.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that UV radiation exposure during a simulated Brazilian summer caused more significant mechanical damage to natural hair than bleaching, although both caused comparable structural alterations, with double bleaching leading to the most severe protein degradation.
11 citations
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June 2001 in “PubMed” Coconut oil can penetrate hair better than mineral oil, potentially protecting against damage.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers developed a new 6-point scale for evaluating heat damage to hair from straighteners, finding a strong correlation between technical damage measurements and human perception of hair damage.
4 citations
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June 1983 in “The Journal of dermatologic surgery and oncology” This paper discusses therapies for damaged scalps from hair and fiber implants and reports no new clinical findings, calling attention to treatment complexities.