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.
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research Molecular Modeling of Hair Keratin/Peptide Complex: Using MM-PBSA Calculations to Describe Experimental Binding Results
Electrostatic interactions mainly stabilize the binding of peptides to hair keratin.
research Investigation of pH Effect on Cationic Solute Binding to Keratin and Partition to Hair
Solute binding to hair keratin is mainly driven by hydrophobic interactions and changes with pH.
research The Adsorption Behavior of Cationic Surfactant onto Human Hair Fibers
A certain surfactant sticks to human hair, making it change from water-repelling to water-attracting, which could help in hair conditioning.
research Theoretical Investigation of the Conformational Space of Baicalin
The study found that baicalin has different stable shapes in gas and water, with two shapes better for interacting with positive charges in water.
research Analysis of Heterogeneous Reaction Between Reducing Agents and Keratin Fibers Using Raman Spectroscopy and Microspectrophotometry
The study found that thioglycolic acid breaks down hair bonds more consistently than l-cysteine, which is less damaging to hair.
research Binding Interactions of Keratin-Based Hair Fiber Extract to Gold, Keratin, and BMP-2
Keratin from hair binds well to gold and BMP-2, useful for bone repair.
research Chapter 4: Cytomechanics of Hair
Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
research Self-Consistent Field Theory for the Interactions Between Keratin Intermediate Filaments
Keratin filaments' elasticity is influenced by their terminal domains and surrounding medium.
research Study of Thin Films and Nanoparticles Obtained by Self-Assembly of Block Copolymers and Their Interactions with an Oligo/Polysaccharide
The research found that nanoparticles coated with chitosan improved the skin penetration of the drug finasteride.
research Exploring the Effects of Wetting and Free Fatty Acid Deposition on a Hair Fiber Surface Model Incorporating Keratin Associated Protein 5-1
Water and fatty acids affect hair's surface differently based on hair damage, and models can help understand hair-cosmetic interactions.
research Cryogelation of Human Hair Keratins
Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
research Enhancing Hair Regeneration: Recent Progress in Tailoring Nano-Structured Lipid Carriers Through Surface Modification Strategies
Surface-modified nanostructured lipid carriers can improve hair growth treatments.
research Computational Screening of Repurposed Drugs and Natural Products Against SARS-CoV-2 Main Protease as Potential COVID-19 Therapies
Some existing drugs and natural products might work against COVID-19 by targeting the virus's main protease.
research Nanofiber Scaffolds as Drug Delivery Systems Promoting Wound Healing
Nanofiber scaffolds help wounds heal by delivering drugs directly to the injury site.
research Double Network Physical Crosslinked Hydrogel for Healing Skin Wounds: New Formulation Based on Polysaccharides and Zn2+
The new hydrogel with zinc and polysaccharides improves wound healing and has antibacterial properties.
research Adsorption of Diclofenac and PFBS on a Hair Keratin Dimer
Human hair keratin might be good for filtering out harmful substances from water.
research Recent Tissue Engineering Approaches to Mimicking the Extracellular Matrix Structure for Skin Regeneration
New materials that better mimic natural skin structure could improve healing, especially for chronic wounds.
research Effect of a Non-Ionic Surfactant on Skin Retention of Cationic Minoxidil Microparticles Suspended in an Anionic Surfactant Solution
Adding Brij 78 to minoxidil microparticles in a certain solution helps them stick to the skin better and prevents clumping.
research Action of Thioglycolic Acid and L-Cysteine on Disulfide Cross-Links in Hair Fibers During Permanent Waving Treatment
Thioglycolic acid and L-cysteine change hair structure differently during perms, affecting hair strength and curling efficiency.
research Insights on the Mechanical Behavior of Keratin Fibrils
Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.
research Use of Extracellular Matrix Hydrogel from Human Placenta to Restore Hair-Inductive Potential of Dermal Papilla Cells
Human placenta hydrogel helps restore cells needed for hair growth.
research Poly(γ-Glutamic Acid)/Chitosan Hydrogel Nanoparticles for Effective Preservation and Delivery of Fermented Herbal Extract for Enlarging Hair Bulb and Enhancing Hair Growth
The nanoparticles improved hair growth and enlarged hair bulbs.
research In Vivo Hair Re-Growth Efficacies of Minoxidil Preparations: Distearyldimethylammonium Chloride Vesicles, Cellulose Acetate Phthalate Microparticles, and Poloxamer Solution
Minoxidil in distearyldimethylammonium chloride vesicles significantly promotes hair growth, while minoxidil in microparticles or poloxamer solutions doesn't.
research Hair Strengthening Evaluation of Anisotropic Osmolyte Solutions (Inositol + Arginine): Cross-Talk Between Dermal Papilla Fibroblast and Keratinocytes of the Outer Root Sheath Using a Micro Hair Follicle 3D Model
Inositol and arginine solutions improve hair follicle health and turnover.
research Surface Modification and Endothelialization of Biomaterials as Potential Scaffolds for Vascular Tissue Engineering Applications
Improving artificial vascular grafts requires better materials and surface designs to reduce blood clotting and support blood vessel cell growth.
research Recent Advances in Electrospun Nanofibers for Wound Healing
New nanofiber technology improves wound healing by supporting cell growth and delivering treatments directly to the wound.
research The PDGF/PDGFR Pathway as a Drug Target
The PDGF/PDGFR pathway is a potential drug target with mixed success in treating various diseases, including some cancers and fibrosis.
research Biocompatible Nanoparticles and Vesicular Systems in Transdermal Drug Delivery for Various Skin Diseases
Nanoparticles improve drug delivery through the skin but more research is needed on their long-term effects and skin penetration challenges.
research Potential of Nanoparticles as Permeation Enhancers and Targeted Delivery Options for Skin: Advantages and Disadvantages
Nanoparticles can improve skin drug delivery but have challenges like toxicity and stability that need more research.