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GlossarySodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

highly caustic compound used in hair relaxers and industry

Sodium Hydroxide, also known as NaOH or caustic soda, is a highly caustic and alkaline compound commonly used in various industrial processes, including soap making, paper manufacturing, and chemical synthesis. In the context of hair care, it is often found in hair relaxers, where it breaks down the protein structure of hair to make it straighter. However, due to its strong corrosive nature, it must be handled with care to avoid skin burns and other injuries.

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research Colorimetric Assay for Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase

19 citations, November 1971 in “Clinica Chimica Acta”

The document concludes that measuring γ-glutamyl transpeptidase activity is more accurate with a higher substrate concentration and using diluted acetic acid to stop the reaction.

research A Photo-Crosslinked Casein-Tannic Acid System for Enhanced Hair Protection: A Green Chemistry Approach

June 2025 in “Polymers”

A natural, eco-friendly treatment using casein and tannic acid strengthens hair by 21% while keeping it elastic.

research Extraction of Keratin from Human Hair Waste for Copolymerization with Nitrile Butadiene Rubber

August 2023 in “Journal of Student Research”

Human hair keratin mixed with rubber slightly improves its strength and biodegradability.

research Evaluation of Polymethylene Waxes as Conditioning Agents in Hair Relaxers

August 2005 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis”

Polymethylene wax in hair relaxers makes hair smooth and shiny with less damage.

Green Fabrication of Seedbed-Like Flammulina Velutipes Polysaccharides-Derived Scaffolds Accelerating Full-Thickness Skin Wound Healing Accompanied by Hair Follicle Regeneration

research Green Fabrication of Seedbed-Like Flammulina Velutipes Polysaccharides-Derived Scaffolds Accelerating Full-Thickness Skin Wound Healing Accompanied by Hair Follicle Regeneration

14 citations, November 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules”

Mushroom-based scaffolds help heal skin wounds and regrow hair.

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