January 2000 in “Optics Letters” This study found that the maximum infrared temperature of laser-irradiated hair depends on melanin type, with eumelanin-rich hair reaching higher temperatures than pheomelanin-containing hair.
42 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics” This study demonstrates that spatially resolved IR and Raman imaging can effectively reveal the molecular structure and composition of untreated human hair, providing insights into its chemistry and structural integrity.
1 citations
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November 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, synchrotron-powered infrared microscopy revealed that hair follicles are a favored penetration pathway for cyanophenol and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate in human skin, without altering protein secondary structure.
2 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Red and infrared light therapy improves hair growth in balding patients.
January 2026 in “American Journal of Medical and Clinical Research & Reviews” The study discusses using red light therapy for hair regrowth, noting red light alone may aid non-inflammatory hair loss, while infrared-red light combination is necessary for conditions like alopecia areata.
4 citations
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June 2022 in “ACS applied materials & interfaces” This study described a new wig coating technique using keratin and graphene oxide that significantly enhanced UV resistance, antistatic properties, and durability compared to traditional methods.
March 2026 in “Medical Lasers” Adjusting hair dryer settings improves drying efficiency and keeps hair healthy.
26 citations
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May 2012 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” PEVs effectively deliver minoxidil through skin.
44 citations
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October 2017 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that far-infrared radiation preconditioning significantly enhanced the proliferation, survival, and migration of bone marrow-derived stem cells in vitro, indicating potential therapeutic benefits for cardiac ischemia treatment.
June 2026 in “Ophthalmology and Therapy” This review concluded that near-infrared and red light photobiomodulation shows potential for certain ocular conditions like age-related macular degeneration and dry eye disease, but clinical evidence is still mixed and insufficient to establish it as a standard therapy.
May 2026 in “Physical review. D/Physical review. D.” This study finds that the images of soft-haired Kerr black holes show unique rotational, dilational, and drifting effects compared to bald black holes, linked to Noether charges and generalized symmetries.
December 2025 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study reported that the new near-infrared LED device showed significant improvements in skin rejuvenation and a slight increase in hair growth, with further research recommended for broader validation.
April 2024 in “Lasers in medical science” This study found that near-infrared LED therapy enhanced ATP synthesis, reduced reactive oxygen species, and promoted collagen production and hair growth more effectively than white LEDs in human skin cells and a photoaging mouse model.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports that thermography and high-frequency ultrasound show promise as diagnostic tools for personalizing treatment plans in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis vulgaris by assessing skin lesion characteristics.
60 citations
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review highlights the potential of near-infrared light therapy to improve metabolic, antioxidant, and cognitive functions without adverse effects, and supports its use for visual and neurological conditions through molecular and cellular mechanisms, as reported in this source.
November 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, researchers used NIR-II fluorescence imaging to track the survival and migration of EPI-NCSCs in rat models, finding that these stem cells aided in repairing facial nerve defects when applied via acellular nerve allografts.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses in vitro methods for evaluating the effects of hair care products on hair fibers, reporting no new results; the authors emphasize the importance of selecting appropriate and accurate equipment for testing.
February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study used infrared spectral imaging to show for the first time the distribution of glypican-4 and glypican-6 in hair follicles across different growth phases, highlighting the potential of this technique for studying alopecia.
108 citations
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December 2003 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” This study found that combining near-infrared laser phototherapy with indocyanine green application may improve acne vulgaris by reducing active lesions and inflammation without side effects.
62 citations
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July 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In this review, the researchers highlight LED therapy as an emerging and safe treatment for skin inflammatory conditions, aging, and hair growth disorders, noting its integration into dermatological practice but emphasizing the need for more controlled studies to confirm its efficacy.
21 citations
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October 2023 in “The Journal of Physical Chemistry C” This study used theoretical calculations to show that phosphates strongly bind to cerium dioxide surfaces in various stable configurations, with spectral signatures identifiable in the infrared and Raman spectra, informing future experimental efforts in controlling the enzymatic activity of ceria nanoparticles.
21 citations
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December 2011 in “Chungara” This study shows that environmental contamination affects mummy hair, suggesting that using it to assess ancient people's health or nutrition should be approached cautiously.
18 citations
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August 2014 in “Lipids” This study found that unsaturated fatty acids are more abundant in the cortex of human hair than on its surface, and steryl glycoside-like lipids may help bind the cuticle to the cortex.
12 citations
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July 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study suggests that infrared thermography may be a useful noninvasive tool for diagnosing active phases of frontal fibrosing alopecia when combined with dermoscopy.
11 citations
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October 2020 in “Sensors” This study found that photoacoustic imaging can effectively measure follicle density and angles, even when follicles are not visible to the eye, providing a promising alternative to traditional photographic examination.
11 citations
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April 2013 in “SpringerPlus” This study reports that melanocytes form a defined photoresponsive network in the skin that reads environmental light cycles and may influence the sleep-waking cycle similar to the pineal gland.
9 citations
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January 2021 in “Biomolecules” This study demonstrates the potential of infrared spectral imaging to assess hair follicle structures and heparan sulfate proteoglycan distribution across different phases of the hair growth cycle, offering promise for alopecia research.
7 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that African and Caucasian hair contain the most lipids, and depletion of these lipids leads to less water retention and increased water desorption, with Caucasian hair showing improved breaking tenacity after lipid extraction.
5 citations
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March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” In this study, UVB exposure was found to alter certain chemical properties of the hair shaft, such as keratin components and water content, without significantly affecting its physical morphology.
2 citations
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July 2004 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” This study found that multiple treatments combining NIR laser phototherapy with ICG significantly reduced inflammation and improved skin condition in acne without side effects.