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September 2010 in “Clothing and Textiles Research Journal” Poplar seed hair fibers could be an eco-friendly insulation for textiles.
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March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants” Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.
152 citations,
January 2004 in “Current anthropology” Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.
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19 citations,
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14 citations,
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January 2015 in “Endocrinology & metabolic syndrome” Testosterone can cause acne and male-pattern baldness, affects hair growth in men and women, and makes male skin more sensitive.
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June 2021 in “Agronomy” Protein hydrolysates applied to roots or leaves differently improved lettuce yield and quality, with the best results seen in specific combined treatments for each type.
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June 2013 in “Journal of structural biology” High glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated proteins help make hair strong and maintain its shape.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.
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January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Using hair follicles can improve skin drug delivery.
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Taller men are seen as more attractive, and hair loss negatively affects attractiveness.
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.