September 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hydrangea serrata extract may promote hair growth and improve hair health.
June 2023 in “Frontiers in Genetics” Genes related to calcium signaling and lipid metabolism are important for curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
140 citations,
August 2011 in “Biomaterials” Keratose, derived from human hair, is a non-toxic biomaterial good for tissue regeneration and integrates well with body tissues.
22 citations,
July 2006 in “Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England” Hair or fiber wrapped tightly around a toe can lead to serious injury if not treated quickly.
660 citations,
December 2011 in “Cell” Different hair follicles in the skin are innervated by unique combinations of mechanosensory neurons, crucial for touch sensation.
7 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
July 2023 in “JAAD International” Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
September 2018 in “Research in medical & engineering sciences” The author was scammed by a marketing company and discussed a man scammed by a clinic that provided poor hair transplants, leading to bad results and scarring.
27 citations,
January 2010 in “Animal” South American camelids should be sheared early, fleece type affects fiber quality, and the S/P follicle ratio doesn't distinguish between Bolivian llama genotypes.
November 2013 in “International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” Doctors often miss Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, which can lead to serious damage if not treated quickly.
57 citations,
August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil and pyrithione zinc combo most effectively increases hair density.
14 citations,
January 2012 in “Proteins” Electrostatic interactions mainly stabilize the binding of peptides to hair keratin.
6 citations,
June 2011 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” Many products for hair re-growth exist, but a perfect treatment without side effects has not yet been found.
5 citations,
February 2008 in “Experimental Dermatology” Cyclosporin A promotes hair growth in mice and increases a protein linked to hair growth, but it may not work the same way in humans.
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1 citations,
January 2016 in “Springer briefs in molecular science” The document suggests using safer, plant-based hair products instead of harmful synthetic ones.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in medical sciences” The serum is safe and helps treat premature greying of hair.
42 citations,
April 2008 in “Acta materialia” Different ethnicities and treatments affect human hair strength and structure.
72 citations,
January 2001 in “Drugs” Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss; more research needed for other options.
9 citations,
January 2010 in “Biological and medical physics series” The book was the first to focus on the biophysical properties of hair.
2 citations,
November 2017 in “Case Reports” A baby boy's toe was saved from damage caused by hair strangulation by quick surgical treatment.
September 2024 in “Heliyon” Repeated hair dyeing significantly damages hair.
117 citations,
August 2005 in “Ultramicroscopy” Human hair's strength and flexibility vary by ethnicity, damage, and treatment.
31 citations,
January 1989 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The study tested a hair treatment and found it can help grow hair, but won't stop baldness. It's safe and works well, but needs more testing.
1 citations,
January 2010 in “Biological and medical physics series” Human hair's structure and properties were studied using advanced microscopes and mechanical tests.
51 citations,
November 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Beard cells, unlike scalp cells, produce growth factors in response to testosterone, which may explain differences in hair growth.
9 citations,
April 2016 in “Cutaneous and ocular toxicology” Alpha Lipoic Acid helps protect skin from smoking damage.
March 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery” Human skin has multiple layers and functions, with key roles in protection, temperature control, and appearance.
25 citations,
September 2014 in “SpringerPlus” Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
17 citations,
October 2017 in “Scientific reports” Fine wool sheep have more genes for wool quality, while coarse wool sheep have more for skin and muscle traits.
11 citations,
July 2021 in “Genetics selection evolution” Researchers found genes and genetic variants linked to sheep wool and skin wrinkles.