8 citations,
July 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “ScienceAsia” Using an enzyme and keratin treatment can significantly repair and strengthen damaged hair.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
11 citations,
July 2021 in “Sustainability” Concrete made from animal bones and human hair is stronger and more environmentally friendly than traditional concrete.
8 citations,
November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair varies widely and should be classified by curl type rather than race.
1 citations,
March 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The model predicts hair breakage based on key hair properties and helps product developers.
March 2010 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
1 citations,
November 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Low-molecular weight hyaluronate can make damaged hair stronger.
17 citations,
January 2019 in “International journal of biological sciences” Researchers used CRISPR/Cas9 to create a goat with a gene that increased cashmere production by 74.5% without affecting quality.
66 citations,
September 2005 in “Photochemical & photobiological sciences” We don't fully understand how sunlight damages different types of hair.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Textile Research Journal” L-cysteine and ultrasound successfully improved rabbit hair fibers for industrial use.
October 2015 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.
16 citations,
April 2012 in “Journal of mammalogy” Young female Australian fur seals are losing hair due to low tyrosine and zinc levels and high pollution exposure.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
4 citations,
November 2017 in “PubMed” Miracle fruit seed oil significantly reduces hair breakage in women with damaged hair.
65 citations,
September 2014 in “BMC genomics” Different hair types in mammals are linked to variations in specific protein genes, with changes influenced by their living environments.
3 citations,
February 2023 in “ACS omega” Grape seed oil improved hair quality the most, followed by rosehip and safflower seed oils, and reduced damage from shampoo.
June 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Heat stress changes goats' skin and hair at the microscopic level and affects their genes and skin bacteria.
15 citations,
February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hair aging and loss are caused by genetics, hormones, environment, and grooming, with treatments like minoxidil effective for certain types of hair loss.
January 2022 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.
11 citations,
April 2022 in “Biophysical Journal” Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
September 2024 in “Heliyon” Repeated hair dyeing significantly damages hair.
6 citations,
October 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hair aging is inevitable, but using the right hair care products can help maintain hair health.
27 citations,
January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology” The supplement helps improve hair growth and reduce hair shedding.
October 2012 in “Advanced Materials Research” Higher temperatures improve rabbit hair strength up to 50°C, but moisture weakens it.
2 citations,
August 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Older age and certain lifestyles are linked to thinner, weaker hair, while how you see your hair relates to its thickness.
11 citations,
February 2019 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Hair properties are interconnected; a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary approach is essential for understanding hair behavior.
46 citations,
June 2013 in “Journal of structural biology” High glycine–tyrosine keratin-associated proteins help make hair strong and maintain its shape.
August 2024 in “Cosmetics” K18® and Olaplex® both effectively repair bleached hair, improving its strength, smoothness, and overall health.