May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” Water quality affects mineral content in hair, and coconut oil can protect against damage.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “Cosmetics” Surfactants damage hair, but sealing the cuticle can prevent this.
4 citations,
January 2017 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” Inhibiting ALOX12 can help hair cuticle maturation by increasing S100A3 citrullination.
1 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” The method can identify minerals in hair from water, and using coconut oil or conditioner can prevent mineral buildup.
36 citations,
October 2014 in “Langmuir” Bleaching hair removes its protective top layer and exposes more hydrophilic groups, changing its chemical surface and affecting how it interacts with products.
86 citations,
May 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new keratin, hK6irs1, is found in all layers of the hair follicle's inner root sheath.
28 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of structural biology” Different populations have distinct hair structures related to their ancestry.
18 citations,
November 2010 in “Journal of morphology” Antler velvet hair and body hair of red deer have different structures that help with protection and insulation.
17 citations,
June 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The G60S Connexin43 mutation causes hair growth issues and poor hair quality in mice, similar to human ODDD patients.
9 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology” Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
7 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Mathematical problems in engineering” Hair damage increases significantly with higher temperatures and longer heating times.
3 citations,
April 2011 in “Microscopy research and technique” Teratoma hair is similar to scalp hair but has a rougher surface and lower adhesive force.
2 citations,
July 2019 in “Cosmetics” Beautiful hair is flexible and elastic due to its unique double-layered structure and can be enhanced with succinic acid treatment.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair care products used for 4 weeks made hair smoother.
19 citations,
January 2009 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
13 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Heat damages hair, with Asian hair losing more protein than Caucasian hair.
13 citations,
March 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The study found that a polymer treatment changes the charge on hair surfaces, making bleached hair smoother and less porous.
12 citations,
February 2019 in “Skin research and technology” White hair has less lipid content and absorbs water differently than brown hair.
7 citations,
June 2015 in “The anatomical record” Hexi cashmere goats' hair growth varies by stage, with Hoxc13 linked to hair activity.
7 citations,
December 2011 in “Annals of anatomy” Involucrin helps strengthen the inner parts of human hair.
5 citations,
May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.
3 citations,
January 2007 in “Journal of health science” The enzymatic method can effectively identify chemical treatments on hair.
2 citations,
December 2023 in “Royal Society of Chemistry eBooks” Hair is a complex organ, and understanding its detailed structure and growth phases is crucial for analyzing substances within it.
1 citations,
April 2021 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” Aspartic acid at 0.75% makes perms more effective and less damaging to hair.
Understanding hair surface properties is key for effective hair care products.
1 citations,
July 2019 in “Microscopy Today” Microfluorometry effectively measures how much polymer coats and penetrates hair, useful for evaluating hair products.
March 2010 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
January 2013 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
62 citations,
January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.