March 1994 in “Proceedings of the British Society of Animal Production” This study investigated hair fibre growth in Angora and Cashmere goats, finding differences in growth rates and seasonal dependencies, and examined the effects of prolactin and melatonin on protein deposition in hair follicles.
April 2023 in “Asia-pacific Journal of Convergent Research Interchange” This study found that treating bleached hair with a hair manicure improved several physical properties, such as tensile strength and elongation, compared to untreated hair, suggesting potential benefits for enhancing hair conditions cosmetically.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that using 1,4-butylenediamine bismaleimide for hair perming through thiol-Michael click chemistry offers comparable efficiency to conventional oxidative methods, with enhanced durability and reduced damage to hair fibres, preserving mechanical, color, and surface properties.
November 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” A new computer tool quickly measures hair thickness differences in people with common types of hair loss.
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January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the use of hair analysis in forensic and environmental toxicology for detecting potentially toxic elements and drugs, but it reports no new research findings.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a herbal hair conditioner using fenugreek seeds and mint leaves, which may help prevent hair loss and improve hair conditioning, aiming to enhance product effectiveness and user satisfaction.
25 citations
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May 2011 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” This study reported that follicular unit extraction using nonhead hair sources like the chest or beard may successfully restore hair density and achieve aesthetically pleasing results in severely bald men with limited head donor hair.
January 2011 in “Shiyong kouqiang yixue zazhi” This study found that dermal papilla cells and bulge stem cells can potentially be used to reconstruct hair follicles, as hair follicle-like structures were observed after culturing under a rat's renal capsule.
January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair is culturally and economically valuable, and its weight is now used to measure the effectiveness of hair growth treatments.
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December 2011
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that applying a formulation derived from Bacopa procumbens significantly promoted hair growth, pigmentation, and follicular cycle acceleration in mice compared to minoxidil, potentially offering a new therapeutic approach for hair health.
May 2025 in “Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B Biology” In this study, researchers observed that blue LED irradiation enhanced cosmetic permeation, increased diameter, and improved resistance of hair fiber in Caucasian and Asian ethnic groups, whereas African hair showed less change.
June 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
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January 2017 in “PubMed” This study found that despite chemical differences, five different brands of reconstructive hair fibers all provided successful cosmetic results in disguising hair loss in patients.
May 2013 in “International journal of innovative research and development” This article discusses a hypothetical model of androgenic hair trichophore composed of various chemical components, but it reports no new empirical findings; the authors emphasize the model's potential impact on hair cosmetics.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This document outlines the theoretical foundations and licensing requirements for hair braiding in Nevada, serving as a key educational resource, but it reports no new research findings.
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September 2019 in “Nanomaterials” This study developed a portable electrospinning device that mimics hair for cosmetic thickening in a mouse model, showing performance comparable to benchtop models with added safety and cost benefits.
August 1989 in “Proceedings ... annual meeting, Electron Microscopy Society of America/Proceedings, annual meeting, Electron Microscopy Society of America” This microscopy study examined the non-keratinous regions of human hair fibers, revealing detailed morphology that could help understand how external influences affect hair structure.
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September 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study introduced hair capacitance mapping as a promising technique for assessing hair surface moisture dynamics, revealing that weathered hair loses moisture more quickly than intact hair.
December 2025 in “The American Journal of Interdisciplinary Innovations and Research” This study operationalizes a four-step workflow for selecting donor hair for capsule extensions, translating surgical trichology insights into an extension-specific protocol to enhance natural hair optics and biomechanics, suitable for premium extension services.
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January 2016 in “Springer briefs in molecular science” This overview discusses the anatomy and function of hair, emphasizing the need for natural hair cosmetics due to the harmful synthetic chemicals in many current products.
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January 2014 in “Journal of analytical & bioanalytical techniques” This study assessed whether the elemental composition of human hair could serve as a marker for kidney stones, cholelithiasis, hypertension, and diabetes, but it reports only variations in element content along hair regions.
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March 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that fiber implantation for pattern baldness frequently led to complications, including infection and scarring, and poses carcinogenesis risks, leading authorities to discourage its use.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study suggests that a herbal hair conditioner using fenugreek seeds and mint leaves may prevent hair loss and enhance hair conditioning, aiming to improve the product's effectiveness and user satisfaction.
September 2001 in “Emergency Medicine News” This review discusses the use of different biological samples, including hair, for drug testing and highlights the complexities and considerations involved in interpreting results; it reports no new findings.
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November 2005 in “CRC Press eBooks” This chapter reviews the intimate interaction between skin and hair, highlighting potential allergic reactions from hair products, without providing new clinical results; the authors emphasize the importance of considering this interaction in hair care.
September 2017 in “World journal of Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences” In this study, researchers observed that a polyherbal ointment made from specific plant extracts significantly promoted hair growth in rats compared to ointments with single extracts, possibly due to the presence of flavonoids and tannins.
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January 1991 in “Dermatology” This article reviews literature on hair casts, shedding light on this rarely discussed hair disorder, along with a case report of a 5-year-old mistakenly treated for head lice.
December 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” In this case study, a 66-year-old woman with hair-related Body Dysmorphic Disorder and newly diagnosed bipolar disorder experienced significant symptom improvement with psychiatric medications, highlighting a unique comorbidity and response to treatment.