21 citations,
July 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Older people's hair becomes less shiny because it gets more uneven and curved.
20 citations,
July 2010 in “Skin Research and Technology” Aging makes hair thinner and rougher, with less clear edges.
2 citations,
March 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology” Herbal paste and oil extract might improve dog hair quality by retaining lipids.
2 citations,
January 2010 Tianzhu white yak hair varies in structure and density between fuzz and coarse hair.
December 2021 in “Journal of natural fibers” The conclusion is that new methods for isolating hair cuticle cells and removing the cuticle layer are effective and convenient.
18 citations,
January 1994 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Sunlight damages hair, causing cuticle loss, protein changes, and discoloration.
October 2023 in “Animal production science” Vitamin A deficiency changes cattle hair structure, while pregnancy may improve it, suggesting hair can indicate cattle health.
16 citations,
December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
10 citations,
November 2021 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Sheep and goat hair fibers are complex due to keratin-associated proteins, which are important for fiber properties and growth.
1 citations,
February 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
Prussian Blue causes hair cuticles to detach, weakening the hair.
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.
6 citations,
April 2005 in “Journal of dermatological science” The study found nine new hair protein genes in human hair follicles.
2 citations,
September 2020 in “Biomedical materials” Recombinant keratin materials may better promote skin cell differentiation than natural keratin.
Yak hair stretches mainly due to macromolecules slipping past each other.
19 citations,
May 2008 in “Applied spectroscopy” Human hair has different protein structures in its cuticle and cortex.
1 citations,
April 2023 in “Langmuir” Damaged hair allows water to penetrate more easily, and fatty acids from shampoos can deposit on hair surfaces.
Frizzy hair is fragile and can lead to hair loss and damage if not properly cared for.
January 2005 in “Seibutsu Butsuri/Seibutsu butsuri” Chemical treatments damage hair more than UV exposure, making it thinner and less flexible.
20 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of colloid and interface science” Modified keratin binds better to hair, especially bleached hair.
16 citations,
October 1992 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” Bubble hair deformity may be caused by hair shaft trauma and can improve with gentle hair care.
13 citations,
January 2017 in “Cosmetics” Different tests are used to see how hair care products affect hair, and choosing the right test is important for accurate results.
12 citations,
February 2006 in “Lipids” Hair texture changes with age due to varying levels of lipids.
11 citations,
April 2016 in “PubMed” New imaging and testing methods can effectively assess hair shape changes and damage.
7 citations,
March 2022 in “Molecules” 5-Bromo-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde could potentially help hair growth by activating certain cell pathways and inhibiting others.
7 citations,
January 2014 in “Case reports in pediatrics” A baby's toe was severely damaged by a hair tourniquet, leading to bone and tendon damage, but improved after surgery and treatment.
5 citations,
October 2003 in “PubMed” Chemical treatments and light exposure damage hair proteins.
4 citations,
August 2007 in “PubMed” Polyquaternium-70 shampoo is best for reducing frizz.
1 citations,
January 2010 in “Biophysical journal” Hair fluorescence intensity can measure radiation exposure effectively.
February 2022 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Permanent hair waving uses chemicals to create long-lasting curls.