November 2024 in “Journal of Scientific Agriculture” Silk proteins are great for cosmetics because they protect and improve skin and hair while being eco-friendly.
April 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” 16-MHA can restore the barrier and moisture of damaged hair, making it similar to undamaged hair.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Skin's uneven surface and hair follicles affect its stress and strain but don't change its overall strength, and help prevent the skin from peeling apart.
June 2021 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” Onion and Aloe vera can help protect hair from damage caused by hair dyes.
421 citations,
January 2015 in “Chemical Society Reviews” Improving artificial vascular grafts requires better materials and surface designs to reduce blood clotting and support blood vessel cell growth.
355 citations,
August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” The nanofibers with two growth factors improved wound healing by supporting structure, preventing infection, and aiding tissue growth.
137 citations,
June 2005 in “Climacteric” Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.
68 citations,
March 2019 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Advanced hydrogel systems with therapeutic agents could greatly improve acute and chronic wound treatment.
13 citations,
July 2017 in “Biopolymers” Recombinant keratins can form useful structures for medical applications, overcoming natural keratin limitations.
8 citations,
May 2004 in “Textile Research Journal” Scientists made antibodies to tell cashmere and wool apart, which could improve how we identify animal fibers.
6 citations,
October 2016 Understanding how keratin structures in hair are arranged and interact is key for creating methods to extract and purify them.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Theranostics” Exosomes show promise for future tissue regeneration.
August 2022 in “International journal of research in pharmacy and chemistry” Teak is a durable, termite-resistant wood with medicinal benefits.
Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
47 citations,
May 2021 in “Polymers” Jojoba oil is highly valued for its diverse medicinal and industrial uses.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Hair health is influenced by genetics, aging, and environmental factors, with proper care needed to maintain it.
Hair fiber research combines multiple sciences to improve hair care products.
117 citations,
August 2005 in “Ultramicroscopy” Human hair's strength and flexibility vary by ethnicity, damage, and treatment.
KRTAP6 genes affect wool quality in sheep.
4 citations,
January 2020 in “Genes” The KRTAP21-2 gene affects wool length and quality in sheep.
January 2024 in “Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management” Adding human hair to cement can make it tougher and better insulated but also more porous.
97 citations,
January 2005 in “Wear” Human hair and skin friction vary by ethnicity, hair type, and environmental conditions.
2 citations,
December 2023 in “Advanced science” Glycosaminoglycans help heal wounds but aren't yet ready for clinical use.
1 citations,
April 2018 in “PubMed” The medulla in Asian scalp hair has a tubular structure that allows ions and large molecules to flow through it.
October 2024 in “Cosmetics” Afro-textured hair needs personalized care due to its unique genetic traits.
September 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Drying hair with a microfiber towel better maintains hair strength and structure than using a cotton towel or blow-drier.
34 citations,
January 2011 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Using a hair dryer at 15 cm with continuous motion causes less damage than natural drying.
23 citations,
November 2021 in “Journal of Bionic Engineering” The new wound dressing helps skin heal faster and fights infection.
13 citations,
November 2022 in “Chemical Science” Inorganic-based biomaterials can quickly stop bleeding and help wounds heal, but they may cause issues like sharp ion release and pH changes.
12 citations,
October 2018 in “Biotechnology reports” Recombinant keratin K31 makes damaged hair thicker, stronger, and straighter.