January 2005 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics” This study found that applying black mud to mice increased skin collagen and superoxide dismutase activity, decreased malondialdehyde levels, and enhanced hair growth and smoothness.
16 citations
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April 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This review discusses human hair follicle development and highlights the potential of creating human in vitro models and skin substitutes with hair follicles, reporting no new clinical results.
8 citations
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May 2003 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This case report suggests that nonsynchronized segmented heterochromia in black scalp hair in a 14-year-old girl may represent premature greying unrelated to deficiencies in iron, copper, zinc, or protein.
This study found that vinegar-processed black soybean and its extract accelerated hair growth and prevented alopecia in mice, with potential mechanisms involving modulation of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, suggesting they may be promising functional foods for hair regeneration.
May 2016 in “WakeSpace (Wake Forest University)” This thesis argues that digital content creation in the homespace empowers Black women with natural hair by fostering community and transformative healing through the practice of testifying.
January 2017 in “International journal of transplantation & plastic surgery” This article reviews the historical development and advancements in hair transplant techniques, from punch grafting in the 1950s to the modern follicular unit extraction, and reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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August 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This article reviews loose anagen hair syndrome, an inheritable hair disorder affecting children and sometimes adults, but does not report any new clinical results.
4 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of molecular structure” In this study, the authors concluded that a hydrolyzed eggwhite protein treatment promoted the reconnection of disulfide bonds in excessively bleached hair, after reduction and oxidation processes in permanent waving.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review from JAAD highlights disparities in the effectiveness of hair preservation techniques for Black women undergoing chemotherapy, noting that current methods like scalp cooling often underperform due to structural differences in Black hair, and recommends tailored strategies such as adjusting hair preparation before treatment.
February 2025 in “Journal of Women & Aging” This study identified a significant trend among Black women towards less frequent use of complex hairstyles and salon visits over 30 years, while managing grey hair became a key element of personal and social identity.
December 2014 in “Bali Medical Journal” This study observed that estrogen receptor content was lower in white hair compared to black hair, with the lowest levels recorded in male white hair among participants aged 50-56.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “Physical review. D/Physical review. D.” In this study, researchers found that black holes with primary Proca hair exhibit distinctive optical properties, including a two-boundary shadow structure and additional inner rings, offering novel observational signatures and potential insights into strong-gravity environments.
82 citations
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May 2009 in “Development” This study found that downregulation of EGF and KGF signaling is necessary for hair follicle initiation in placodes, revealing a new role for KGF in hair follicle formation in mice.
June 2026 in “Korean Journal of Food Science and Technology” In this study, a 10% fermented Glycine max compound was found to promote faster hair growth and follicle formation in mice compared to 3% minoxidil, suggesting potential as a hair health supplement.
January 2023 in “ResearchSpace (University of KwaZulu-Natal)” Hair extensions help Black women express identity and cultural heritage.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Cell stem cell” This study reveals that stem cell descendants in mouse hair follicles can return to their niche to retain stemness and function as primary stem cells for future hair cycles.
5 citations
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February 2012 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This case report documents two instances of red-haired men with patch-type alopecia areata, where hair regrowth occurred in black rather than red, an unusual phenomenon potentially linked to pigmentation and receptor pathways.
This study emphasizes the importance of dermatologists practicing cultural sensitivity and providing appropriate recommendations for Black women experiencing hair loss, as understanding textured hair can present diagnostic challenges.
18 citations
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April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that segmented heterochromic scalp hair associated with iron-deficiency anemia in a teenage girl completely recovered following iron supplementation, suggesting a role for iron in hair pigment production.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” This article discusses the potential association between the use of hair oils and the exacerbation of seborrheic dermatitis in black patients, suggesting more research is needed to understand their impact.
44 citations
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March 1947 in “Endocrinology” This article reviews hair growth patterns in humans and laboratory animals, noting the random distribution of active and inactive hair follicles and differences in regional coordination among animal species, and reports no new results.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews existing studies on the use of oils, including castor, pumpkin, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, and tea tree oils, for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the need for more research in humans, particularly within the Black community.
61 citations
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December 1994 in “Planta”
25 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology/Journal of exposure science and environmental epidemiology” This study found that hair products commonly used by Black women exhibited hormonal activity, which could impact health outcomes and contribute to health disparities.
1 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in medicine” This study found differences in melanin content and gene expression in skin under black and white hair of giant pandas, providing a basis for further research on hair color distribution and skin diseases.
This paper explores the diverse patterns and social significance of Black hair, approaching it as an art form, mathematical pattern, and ethnomathematic entity, and seeks to dispel myths while highlighting its vast possibilities.
January 2023 in “Han'gug mi'saengmul saengmyeong gong haghoeji/Han-guk misaengmul saengmyeong gonghak hoeji” This study found that a mixed extract of N. jatamansi, O. basilicum, and C. sativus, particularly when extracted via steaming and ultrasonic methods, increased antioxidant content, stimulated melanin production for black hair, and promoted hair growth in mouse models, while maintaining high cell viability.
108 citations
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March 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
34 citations
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January 1943 in “Endocrinology” In this study, adrenalectomy in rats on a diet lacking certain vitamin B components reversed fur graying and enhanced hair growth.
8 citations
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January 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article discusses surgical treatments for male pattern hair loss in black individuals, emphasizing the need for technique adjustments due to specific characteristics of black skin and hair, but reports no new clinical results.