research Chapter 4: Cytomechanics of Hair
Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
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research Unwanted Facial Hair: Effects and Solutions
Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.
research Leucaena Leucocephala: A Nutritional Profile
Leucaena leucocephala is nutritious but needs careful processing to remove toxins.
research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
research Annurca Apple Polyphenols Ignite Keratin Production in Hair Follicles by Inhibiting the Pentose Phosphate Pathway and Amino Acid Oxidation
Annurca apple extract promotes hair growth by changing hair follicle metabolism to boost keratin production.
research Trichoscopy of Dark Scalp: A Review of Trichoscopic Features in Hair and Scalp Disorders in Dark-Skinned Individuals
Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in dark-skinned people by identifying unique patterns.
research Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Topical Products Containing Serenoa Repens Extract
Serenoa repens extract in topical products improves hair growth and appearance in male pattern baldness with mild side-effects.
research A Medicinal and Edible Formula YH0618 Ameliorates the Toxicity Induced by Doxorubicin via Regulating the Expression of Bax/Bcl-2 and FOXO4
The formula YH0618 can reduce the harmful side effects of the chemotherapy drug Doxorubicin and protect healthy cells.
research Nutrition of Women with Hair Loss During Menopause
Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
research Metabolic Disorders And Hair Growth
Hair can indicate early signs of metabolic disorders, with issues like protein deficiency stopping hair growth.
research Hair Amino Acids: Normal Values and Results in Metabolic Errors
Hair amino acid levels can indicate metabolic disorders.
research A Systematic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia
Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
research Preventive Effects of Cedrol Against Alopecia in Cyclophosphamide-Treated Mice
Cedrol may prevent hair loss caused by chemotherapy better than minoxidil.
research The Effect of Dietary Modulation of Sulfur Amino Acids on Cystathionine Beta Synthase–Deficient Mice
Changing the diet of mice lacking the enzyme CBS can affect symptoms related to the genetic condition.
research The Effect of Active Hexose Correlated Compound in Modulating Cytosine Arabinoside-Induced Hair Loss, and 6-Mercaptopurine- and Methotrexate-Induced Liver Injury in Rodents
AHCC reduces hair loss and liver injury caused by chemotherapy in rodents.
research The Nutritional Biochemistry of Wool and Hair Follicles
Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.
research Heat-Damaged Evaluation of Virgin Hair
Heat damages hair, with Asian hair losing more protein than Caucasian hair.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Identification of a Cyclosporine-Specific P450 Hydroxylase Gene Through Targeted Cytochrome P450 Complement Disruption in Sebekia Benihana
A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
research Banding Pattern on Polarized Hair Microscopic Examination and Unilateral Polymicrogyria in a Patient With Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
A patient with steroid sulfatase deficiency had a unique hair pattern and a brain malformation not previously linked to the condition.
research Biology of Human Hair: Know Your Hair to Control It
Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.
research Microscopical Characterization of Known Postmortem Root Bands Using Light and Scanning Electron Microscopy
The research found that postmortem root bands in hair are likely caused by the breakdown of a specific part of the hair's inner structure after death.
research Characterization of Hair Lipid Images by Argon Sputter Etching-Scanning Electron Microscopy
Hair texture changes with age due to varying levels of lipids.
research A Clinical Trial to Investigate the Effect of Cynatine HNS on Hair and Nail Parameters
Cynatine HNS improves hair and nail quality in 90 days.
research Effects of Different Dietary Protein Levels and DL-Methionine Supplementation on Hair Growth and Pelt Quality in Mink (Neovison Vison)
Higher protein diets with DL-methionine improve mink hair growth and fur quality.
research Environmental Exposure to Platinum Group Elements Released by Automotive Catalytic Converters: The Risk for Children
Children are at risk of health issues from exposure to platinum group elements from car exhausts.
research Towards Best Practice in Hair Metabolomic Studies: Systematic Investigation on the Impact of Hair Length and Color
Hair color and length affect metabolite profiles in hair, so they should be considered in hair analysis.
research Current Standards in the Diagnostics and Therapy of Hair Diseases - Hair Consultation
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing hair diseases, and psychological support for patients is important.
research Differential Expression of Proteins Associated with the Hair Follicle Cycle: Proteomics and Bioinformatics Analyses
Researchers found 44 proteins that change during different hair growth stages and may be important for hair follicle function.
research Clinical Characteristics, Trichoscopy, Histopathology, and Treatment Outcomes of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in an Asian Population: A Retro-Prospective Cohort Study
Asian patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia often lose eyebrow hair and respond well to combined antiandrogen or antimalarial and topical treatments.