8 citations,
November 2019 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Adding human hair to clayey soil makes it stronger, even after freeze-thaw cycles, and is eco-friendly and cheap.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
November 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international” Herbal depilatories are safer and cause fewer side effects than chemical ones for hair removal.
Human hair keratins can self-assemble and support cell growth, useful for biomedical applications.
Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
August 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. George A. Farber recommends using follicular unit transplantation for hair restoration because it gives a more natural look and has fewer problems compared to the older miniflap technique.
7 citations,
January 2018 in “Materials Today: Proceedings” Adding human hair fibers and glass micro-spheres to epoxy improves its wear resistance and strength.
7 citations,
February 1998 in “Polymer journal” Keratin structure in hair is stable at pH 5-6 but disrupts between pH 6-7.
January 2013 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
35 citations,
February 2006 in “Textile Research Journal” Enzymes xylanase and pectinase clean wool and specialty hair fibers effectively without damage, offering an eco-friendly alternative to soap and hot water.
10 citations,
April 2020 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Biotin supplements improved skin and hair problems in a girl with biotinidase deficiency.
10 citations,
May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
2 citations,
September 2020 in “Biomedical materials” Recombinant keratin materials may better promote skin cell differentiation than natural keratin.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Textile Research Journal” L-cysteine and ultrasound successfully improved rabbit hair fibers for industrial use.
21 citations,
January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” A new method extracts red dyes from wool without damaging it, although it slightly weakens the wool.
13 citations,
January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” Researchers developed a less damaging way to extract red dyes from wool using EDTA and DMF, preserving the fiber's strength for further analysis.
5 citations,
March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.
November 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” Twelve plants, especially castor oil and coconut, are beneficial for managing afro-textured hair.
Lactobacillus and fermented Korean berry can help hair grow faster.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Different oils affect hair flexibility and strength, with their impact varying on whether hair is virgin or bleached.
April 2019 in “Dermatology reports” A 12-year-old boy's hair fully regrew after 8 weeks of treatment for tinea capitis, and dermoscopy was useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
418 citations,
September 2012 in “Nature” African spiny mice can regenerate skin, hair, and cartilage, but not muscle, and their unique abilities could be useful for regenerative medicine.
309 citations,
October 2007 in “Biomaterials” Keratin from human hair helps nerves heal faster.
33 citations,
January 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology” Hair thinning and loss in a girl with a rare metabolic disorder was linked to her condition.
20 citations,
October 2021 in “Applied materials today” A new microneedle patch and yellow light therapy significantly promote hair regrowth.
5 citations,
December 2020 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Treatments improved hair surface and scale structure but didn't increase certain bonds in the hair cortex.
5 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair strength is similar across different scalp areas, and not affected by age, gender, or hair thickness.
3 citations,
October 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair loss in men is mainly caused by hormones and genes, and while current treatments can slow it down, they can't fully stop it.
1 citations,
January 1988 in “Feminist studies” April 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” Rosemary and neem extract may be an effective natural treatment for dandruff and hair loss.