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May 2020 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Certain treatments can increase protein binding to natural hair but are less effective on permed hair.
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June 2020 in “npj regenerative medicine” GDNF helps grow hair and heal skin wounds by acting on hair stem cells.
4 citations,
July 2022 in “Annals of translational medicine” Scientists created complete hair-like structures by growing mouse skin cells together in a special gel.
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Proretinal nanoparticles are a safe and effective way to deliver retinal to the skin.
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Some plant-based ingredients may help with hair growth and care, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
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