research Known and Unknown Features of Hair Cuticle Structure: A Brief Review
The hair cuticle is made of tough proteins that protect the hair, but more research is needed to fully understand its structure.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch Pseudopili Annulati in a Dark-Haired Individual: A Light and Electron Microscopic Study
A dark-haired Chinese girl had hair that looked banded under certain light but was normal under a microscope.
research Raman Microspectroscopy of Hair Cuticle With Polarized Excitation: Problem of Protein Secondary and Tertiary Structure
Polarized Raman spectra can reveal changes in hair keratin's protein structures.
research Microscopic Identification of the Remnant Hair or Feather of Five Animal Drug Components in Shenrongbian Pill
The study found unique microscopic features for hair or feather in five animal ingredients in Shenrongbian pill.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome: A Case Study of a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl's inability to grow her hair long was due to Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, which causes hair to shed easily and may improve with age.
research Role of Scalp Health in Achieving Optimal Hair Growth and Retention
Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.
research Integral Hair Lipid in Human Hair Follicle
Human hair has a protective lipid layer that can be damaged by moisture and treatments, affecting hair growth and health.
research Non-Invasive Evaluation of Hair Interior Morphology by X-Ray Microscope
X-ray microscopy can non-invasively show hair structure changes after treatments, but it's less detailed than TEM and needs improvement.
research Characterization of Human KAP24.1, A Cuticular Hair Keratin-Associated Protein with Unusual Amino Acid Composition and Repeat Structure
Scientists discovered a unique hair protein, KAP24.1, with a special structure, found only in the upper part of hair cuticles.
research Structural Analysis of the Outermost Hair Surface Using TOF-SIMS with Gas Cluster Ion Beam Sputtering
The hair's outermost surface has multiple layers of lipids and proteins.
research Fine Structure and Immunocytochemistry of Monotreme Hairs, with Emphasis on the Inner Root Sheath and Trichohyalin-Based Cornification During Hair Evolution
Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
research Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research Effects of Conditioners on Surface Hardness of Hair Fibers: An Investigation Using Atomic Force Microscopy
Conditioners with PQ-10 soften the flat part of hair cuticles but harden the edges.
research Do You Know This Syndrome? Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in a Two-Year-Old Male Patient
The document concludes that Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome is a benign condition where hair is thin and easily pulled out, often improving with age.
research Histomorphological and Quantitative Characteristics of Black and Gray Human Scalp Hair
Gray hair has more continuous medullation and a higher medullary diameter than black hair.
research The Infected Hairs of Tinea Capitis Due to Microsporum Canis: Demonstration of Uniqueness of the Hair Cuticle by Scanning Electron Microscopy
The hair cuticle acts as a barrier against fungal infection, which occurs only deep within the hair follicle.
research Integral Lipid in Human Hair Follicle
The lipid in human hair follicles acts as a barrier, similar to the skin's lipid layer.
research Ultrastructural Immunolocalization of Involucrin in the Medulla and Inner Root Sheath of Human Hair
Involucrin helps strengthen the inner parts of human hair.
research The Effect of Intermediate Treatment Using Natural Polyphenol Cross-Linker on Perming Efficiency and Hair Protection
Using natural polyphenol cross-linkers like tannic acid and green tea extract in perm treatments improves curling and protects hair.
research Assessment of Hair Surface Roughness by Objective Analysis
Hair care products used for 4 weeks made hair smoother.
research Topically Applied Glycyrrhizic Acid Causes Hair Removal in Rats
Glycyrrhizic acid from sweet licorice can effectively remove hair without skin irritation.
research An Ultrastructural Study of Hair Fiber Damage and Restoration Following Treatment with Permanent Hair Dye
Permanent hair dye damages hair but it mostly recovers after 8 weeks; using certain hair care products can help repair it.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome
Loose anagen syndrome causes easy hair shedding in children, often resolving on its own.
research Expression and Distribution Patterns of Spermine, Spermidine, and Putrescine in Rat Hair Follicle
Polyamines are abundant in certain parts of rat hair follicles and may play a key role in hair growth.
research Discovery of a Sol–Gel Reinforcing the Strength of Hair Structure: Mechanisms of Action and Macroscopic Effects on the Hair
A small molecule can strengthen fine hair, making it more resistant and natural-feeling.
research Twelve-Point Scale Grading System of Scanning Electron Microscopic Examination to Investigate Subtle Changes in Damaged Hair Surface
The 12-point scale is better for evaluating small changes in hair condition after using hair care products.
research Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 21 in Fond Memory of Dr. Peter Steinert
A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
research Acid Phosphatase Distribution in the Wool Follicle: Fate of Organelles in Keratinized Cells
Keratinized wool cells still have some organelles like lysosomes and mitochondria.
research Morphological Changes in Human Head Hair Subjected to Various Drug Testing Decontamination Strategies
Different hair cleaning methods caused varying levels of damage to the hair's outer layer.
research Structure and Expression of Genes for a Class of Cysteine-Rich Proteins of the Cuticle Layers of Differentiating Wool and Hair Follicles
Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.