11 citations,
January 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some oils can penetrate hair and reduce the stickiness between fibers, but mineral oil cannot.
10 citations,
September 2020 in “Computational and Mathematical Methods in Medicine” Researchers developed an algorithm for self-diagnosing scalp conditions with high accuracy using smart device-attached microscopes.
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January 1980 in “Dermatology” Hair casts may be caused by repetitive hair pulling or styling and are often misdiagnosed.
8 citations,
January 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A new model for hair regeneration in mice was created in 2015, which is faster and less invasive than the old method, producing normal hairs in about 21 days.
7 citations,
March 2021 in “Biology” Scaffold improves hair growth potential.
6 citations,
April 2020 in “Applied sciences” Hair growth medium helps heal wounds and regrow hair in mice.
6 citations,
July 2017 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” The Hairless gene is crucial for hair cell development, affecting whether skin cells become hair or skin and oil gland cells.
6 citations,
February 2016 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” The boy with woolly hair nevus had thinner hair and abnormal hair follicles, which improved with treatment but worsened when treatment stopped.
6 citations,
November 2013 in “International Journal of Radiation Biology” Gamma-rays exposure during the resting phase of hair growth can damage hair regeneration and color in mice.
6 citations,
July 2013 in “Molecular Imaging” The technique allowed noninvasive tracking of hair stem cell survival and growth, showing potential for hair loss research.
6 citations,
August 2003 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Hair restoration using micrografts and minigrafts can provide natural-looking hair without scars and good density in 1 or 2 sessions.
5 citations,
May 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Versican is important for hair growth and could help find new hair regrowth treatments.
4 citations,
March 2015 in “Skin Research and Technology” Trichotillometry is a reliable method to measure hair strength and assess hair loss treatments.
4 citations,
January 2015 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Hair and wool strength is affected by the number and type of bonds in their protein structures, with hair having more protein aggregates than wool.
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January 2021 in “Wear” Hair's resistance to wear varies by ethnicity and treatment, with less wear indicating stronger hair.
3 citations,
November 2017 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The new Cosmetic Surgery Scar Assessment Scale (CSSAS) was found to be simple and effective in evaluating scars from hair restoration surgeries.
3 citations,
December 2003 in “Micron” The book "Hair Science and Technology" provides a deep understanding of hair biology and genetics, discusses hair growth, density, and diseases, and offers methods for managing hair loss and caring for hair growth.
2 citations,
May 2015 in “PloS one” Hair follicle pores help cell survival and growth, even after radiation.
2 citations,
November 2012 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Hair transplant surgery may cause alopecia areata, a new possible complication.
2 citations,
January 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The study found that certain conditioning compounds can penetrate hair and potentially improve its resistance to damage.
2 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair structure varies by ethnicity, and certain treatments can improve hair condition and appearance.
Understanding hair surface properties is key for effective hair care products.
1 citations,
April 2020 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Acyclovir cream may slow down hair growth, suggesting it could be a new treatment for excessive hairiness.
1 citations,
July 2019 in “Case reports in dermatology” A Thai boy was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder causing hair thinning and shedding.
1 citations,
June 2017 in “Nature Reviews Immunology” Immune cells called Treg cells are essential for hair growth and regeneration.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “International Journal of Dermoscopy” A dermatoscope is important for evaluating hair transplants and managing patient expectations.
1 citations,
July 2005 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
1 citations,
July 2005 in “Drugs and the pharmaceutical sciences” Targeting drugs to hair follicles can treat skin conditions, but reaching deep follicle areas is hard and needs more research.
1 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
1 citations,
January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.