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GlossaryDimethicone (Polydimethylsiloxane)

silicone-based polymer used for smoothing and conditioning hair

Dimethicone, also known as Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), is a type of silicone commonly used in hair and skincare products. It acts as a conditioning agent, providing a smooth, silky feel by forming a protective barrier on the skin or hair, which helps to lock in moisture and reduce frizz.

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research Lamprey Teeth Inspired Oriented Antibacterial Sericin Microneedles for Infected Wound Healing Improvement

48 citations, March 2022 in “Nano Letters”

The document explains how to make antibacterial microneedles inspired by lamprey teeth to help heal infected wounds.

research Large-Scale Cultivation of Transplantable Dermal Papilla Cellular Aggregates Using Microfabricated PDMS Arrays

25 citations, August 2010 in “Acta Biomaterialia”

Researchers developed a method to grow hair follicle cells for transplantation using a special chip.

research Composite Double-Layer Microneedle Loaded With Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

February 2023 in “Medicine in novel technology and devices”

Microneedles with traditional Chinese medicine can help regrow hair in androgenic alopecia.

research Shampoo Compositions

November 2011

Modern shampoos use a mix of surfactants and other ingredients to clean, reduce irritation, and improve performance.

research An In Vivo Mouse Excisional Wound Model of Scarless Healing

January 2007 in “The Year book of surgery”

The mouse model shows potential for understanding and improving scarless wound healing, and Wnt-4 and TGF-β1 play a role in wound healing and scar formation.

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