5 citations
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August 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this in-vitro study, researchers found that shampoo-induced coacervates structurally resemble cationic polymers and contain anionic surfactants that may stimulate the scalp upon exposure to water.
July 2026 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that the optimal characteristics for ulin seed oil extraction are fresh, mature, and resinous seeds, and that FTIR spectrophotometry with PCA can effectively detect adulteration of the oil, particularly at certain wavenumbers like 1745 cm⁻¹.
32 citations
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February 2018 in “Spectrochimica acta. Part A, Molecular and biomolecular spectroscopy” This study successfully used ATR FT-IR spectroscopy to uniquely identify or differentiate human hairs by detecting specific spectral features associated with individual hair characteristics and cosmetic residues on hair surfaces.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of ChemTech Research” This study used phytochemical screening and FTIR spectroscopy with PCA to reveal slight chemical differences between two varieties of Eclipta alba, providing a method for their effective discrimination.
2 citations
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February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study explored a multidimensional approach to examine body hairs' physico-chemical properties, potentially supporting their use over scalp hairs in forensic and intoxication studies.
42 citations
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January 2005 in “Applied spectroscopy” In this study, hair samples from breast cancer patients showed increased β-sheet structures and lipid content, with spectral markers successfully identifying cancer in a blind test but also producing false positives.
3 citations
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November 2024 in “Electrochimica Acta” A new, quick method accurately detects minoxidil in drugs and cosmetics.
7 citations
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that the medulla of Japanese hair contains unsaturated lipids such as squalene and oleic acid, which may contribute to hair glossiness.
37 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of experimental botany” This study identified the AtPRPL1 gene in Arabidopsis thaliana as being involved in cell elongation processes, despite unclear changes in cell wall composition from its altered expression.
January 2018 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that white hair demonstrated denser and more hydrophobic properties compared to black hair.
November 2023 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated the protective effects of a hair conditioner containing rice derivatives on natural Caucasian hair using various analysis methods and found that the conditioner, especially with rice germ oil GX-N, effectively improved hair properties even under stress conditions like irradiation.
January 2017 in “Bulletin of Pharmaceutical Research” This study developed chemical fingerprints to differentiate Eclipta prostrata and Wedelia calendulacea, two plants often confused and adulterated in the Indian herbal market, identifying distinct chemical profiles that can prevent such adulteration.
18 citations
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March 2014 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” This study evaluated new aqueous gel formulations of minoxidil without irritants and found that the calcium alginate gel showed the best performance in terms of drug release and skin permeation.
12 citations
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February 2019 in “Skin research and technology” This study found that white hair fibers have lower lipid content and different water absorption dynamics compared to brown hair fibers, suggesting differences in their barrier functions.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, researchers developed a new wound dressing material using chemically modified Isabgol with antibacterial properties, which showed promising biocompatibility and effectiveness in managing chronic wounds by preventing infections and maintaining a moist environment.
This study reported that pentoxifylline-loaded liposomes, optimized using a statistical design method, achieved a maximum encapsulation efficiency of 84.23% and a controlled 72-hour drug release, potentially improving therapeutic delivery of the drug with limited bioavailability.
In this study, researchers developed an environmentally friendly hair coating from casein proteins and tannic acid, enhancing the tensile strength of virgin Asian hair by approximately 21% compared to untreated hair, while maintaining elasticity.
4 citations
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June 2022 in “ACS applied materials & interfaces” This study described a new wig coating technique using keratin and graphene oxide that significantly enhanced UV resistance, antistatic properties, and durability compared to traditional methods.
6 citations
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August 2022 in “Molecules” This study indicates potential differences in the hair spectra of individuals with mood disorders, suggesting a promising, yet preliminary, method for noninvasive prediagnosis.
14 citations
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July 2017 in “Monatshefte für Chemie - Chemical Monthly” This review discusses the analysis of pharmaceutical relics from prehistoric times to the twentieth century and emphasizes the need for a multifaceted approach, but it presents no new experimental results.
June 2025 in “Mağallaẗ ʻulūm al-rāfidayn” This study found that certain pyrazole derivatives may serve as effective 5α-reductase inhibitors with potential use in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia, based on molecular docking analyses.
July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry” This study reports that hair oil formulations using Arnica montana in castor and mustard oil bases showed effective results in quality and quantitative analysis through UV visible spectrophotometer, FTIR, and HPTLC testing methods.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science” This study identified that Mangkokan leaf extracts contain active compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, tannins, phenols, and saponins, using different solvents and FTIR analysis.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences” This study identified various phytochemicals and compounds in Eclipta prostrata leaves using qualitative tests, FTIR, and GC-MS analysis, highlighting the presence of phytol and squalene among others.
6 citations
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August 2014 in “Spectroscopy Letters” This study reported that the calculated and experimental electronic and vibrational properties of minoxidil were in good agreement, providing detailed insights into its molecular structure and thermal behaviors.
June 2023 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that pubic hair from Korean males has a thicker cuticle layer with more scales compared to scalp hair, offering better protection against chemical damage, and hypothesizes this evolved as a defense mechanism against exposure to urine and ammonia.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and tested an herbal antidandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, fenugreek seed, aloe vera, and clove, demonstrating antibacterial and antifungal activity against common scalp microbes and offering a potential natural alternative for dandruff treatment.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that quercetin-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles demonstrated positive protective effects on human hair against UV-B light, as they controlled microscopic surface roughness, reduced chemical changes, and minimized protein loss in vitro compared to other treatments.
December 2022 in “theses.fr (ABES)” This study found that microplastics on the Lebanese Mediterranean coast transport various organic and inorganic pollutants, posing threats to marine organisms and potentially human health.
63 citations
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November 2015 in “Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study reports that a Rutin-loaded nanophytosomal formulation with improved physical stability can enhance the bioavailability and antioxidant property of rutin for use in food and pharmaceutical products.