research A Detailed Mapping of the Readily Accessible Disulfide Bonds in the Cortex of Wool Fibers
Researchers found that the most reachable bonds in wool fibers are near the ends of certain proteins, which help stabilize the fiber's structure.
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research Keratin
Understanding how keratin structures in hair are arranged and interact is key for creating methods to extract and purify them.
research Expression of Novel Keratin-Associated Protein 5 Genes in the Cuticle Layer of Human Hair Follicles
The study found nine new hair protein genes in human hair follicles.
research Internal Structure Changes in Bleached Black Human Hair Resulting from Chemical Treatments: A Raman Spectroscopic Investigation
Chemical treatments on bleached black hair change its internal structure by breaking and reforming bonds, and treatments with hydrolyzed eggwhite protein help repair it.
research Water-Soluble Polymers in Hair Care
Alkaline hair relaxers damage hair, but cationic and non-ionic polymers can help reduce this damage.
research Study on Modification of Rabbit Hair Fibers with L-Cysteine
L-cysteine and ultrasound successfully improved rabbit hair fibers for industrial use.
research Reconnection Of Cysteine In Reduced Hair With Alkylene Dimaleates Via Thiol-Michael Click Chemistry
A new method using 1,4-n-butylene dimaleate effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
research Efficient and Regulable Extraction of Keratin from Yak Hair Using Imidazolium-Based Ionic Liquids
A new method using imidazole-based liquids efficiently extracts keratin from yak hair.
research Impact of Acid (Progressive Brush) and Alkaline Straightening on the Hair Fiber: Differential Effects on the Cuticle and Cortex Properties
Glyoxylic acid straighteners cause more protein loss but have similar hair strength effects as traditional alkaline straighteners.
research Assessment on the Effects of Liposome-Encapsulated Thioglycolic Acid on Hair Perming
Liposome-encapsulated thioglycolic acid improves hair perming effectiveness and durability.
research Hair Perms, Straighteners, and Styling Agents
Hair perms or treatments seem safe to use up to 3 to 4 times during pregnancy.
research Analysis of Cysteine on the Surface of Hair Fibers with Spectrofluorescence
Cysteine formation on hair indicates damage, best detected at pH 4.5.
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 Serum Total Thiol Level in Acne Vulgaris Patients and Its Relation to Oxidative Stress
People with acne have a different balance of certain antioxidants in their blood compared to healthy individuals.
research Serum Plasma Thiol Evaluation in Chronic Telogen Effluvium Patients
People with chronic hair shedding have lower antioxidant levels in their blood compared to healthy individuals.
research PX-12 Inhibits NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation to Treat Psoriasis
PX-12 may help treat psoriasis by blocking inflammation and cell death.
research Comparison of Efficacy and Specificity in Cancer-Targeting Prodrug Conjugates
The document concludes that biotin, folate, and RGD peptides are promising for targeting cancer cells with prodrugs, but the conjugates are not yet tested for use.
research Development and Characterization of Thiolated Cyclodextrin-Based Nanoparticles for Topical Delivery of Minoxidil
The new adhesive nanoparticles are effective for delivering Minoxidil to the scalp without skin irritation.
research Analysis of Structural Change in Keratin Fibers Resulting from Chemical Treatments Using Raman Spectroscopy
Chemical hair straightening changes hair proteins and mostly fixes broken bonds.
research Reduction Mechanism of L-Cysteine on Keratin Fibers Using Microspectrophotometry and Raman Spectroscopy
L-cysteine slows down the breaking of bonds in hair due to electrostatic interactions.
research A Keratin Fiber Sheath
Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
research Effect of Ethnicity and Treatments on In Situ Tensile Response and Morphological Changes of Human Hair Characterized by Atomic Force Microscopy
Different ethnicities and treatments affect human hair strength and structure.
research Cysteine Prevents the Reduction in Keratin Synthesis Induced by Iron Deficiency in Human Keratinocytes
Cysteine helps maintain keratin production in skin cells even when iron is low.
research Brazilian Keratin Hair Treatment: A Review
Brazilian keratin treatments can straighten hair but may contain harmful formaldehyde.
research Convergent Evolution of Cysteine-Rich Keratins in Hard Skin Appendages of Terrestrial Vertebrates
Cysteine-rich keratins evolved independently in mammals, reptiles, and birds for hard skin structures like hair, claws, and feathers.
research Emerging Therapies for Acne Vulgaris
New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.
research Ten Pearls Every Dermatologist Should Know About the Appropriate Use of Relaxers
Dermatologists should use hair relaxers carefully to avoid hair and scalp damage, following specific guidelines for application and maintenance.
research Effect of Protein Hair Straightener on Hair Shaft by Scanning Electron Microscopy
Protein hair straighteners damage the hair more than hair dyes.
research Chemically Induced Hair Loss/Alopecia
Some chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss, which usually grows back after stopping the treatment.
research Activin Controls Skin Morphogenesis and Wound Repair Predominantly via Stromal Cells and in a Concentration-Dependent Manner via Keratinocytes
Activin helps skin growth and healing mainly through stromal cells and affects keratinocytes based on its amount.