13 citations
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January 1953 in “Archives of Dermatology”
This research article discusses unsaturated compounds causing temporary hair loss in lab animals and reports no new results; previous studies indicated similar effects in humans.
53 citations
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June 1983 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
This study reports that human epidermal transglutaminase activity increases with treatment using organic solvents and chemicals without significant molecular weight changes, which may allow modulation of the enzyme in skin diseases.
7 citations
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September 2021 in “Journal of Applied Polymer Science”
This study found that melanin extracted from cuttlefish ink provided significant protection against UV radiation damage to human hair, suggesting its potential as a photoprotective agent in hair-care products.
20 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of colloid and interface science”
This study found that keratin derivatives with functionalized thiol groups improved binding to both natural and bleached hair fibers, suggesting a promising strategy for enhancing keratin's durability in hair repair.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”
In this study, researchers observed that using an Avena strigosa seed extract on chemically damaged hair significantly improved hair properties, including strength, gloss, and surface quality, by reinforcing keratin bonding and sealing cuticle damage.