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    GlossaryKarite

    fruit of the shea tree, source of shea butter

    Karite, also known as shea tree fruit, is the source of shea butter, a fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). Shea butter is widely used in cosmetics for its moisturizing properties and is also valued for its anti-inflammatory and healing effects on the skin and hair.

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      Shampoos and hair conditioners

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      21 citations ,   July 1988 in “Clinics in dermatology”
      Good haircare and communication with doctors are key for managing hair loss.
      Cosmetic Approach for Healthy and Damaged Hair

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      1 citations ,   January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology”
      Hair can't be reliably repaired once damaged; prevention and proper product use are key to maintaining hair health.
      Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: The Challenges Ahead

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      1 citations ,   January 2017 in “Social Science Research Network”
      The document suggests creating a secure database for indigenous knowledge and recommends that the TKDL actively fight patents that slightly alter traditional knowledge.
      Cosmetic Approach for Healthy and Damaged Hair

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        January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology”
      Cosmetic procedures can harm hair, but damage can be minimized with knowledge and care; however, once hair is damaged, it cannot be reliably repaired.

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