research A Review of Keratin-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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180-210 / 616 resultsresearch Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research The Fate of Trichohyalin
Trichohyalin is modified by enzymes to form strong structures in hair cells.
research Evolution of Hair Treatment and Care: Prospects of Nanotube-Based Formulations
Nanotube-based hair treatments could improve hair health and growth, and offer long-lasting effects.
research Rectal Bezoar: A Rare Cause of Intestinal Obstruction
research Types of Hair Dye and Their Mechanisms of Action
Hair dyes vary in how long they last and how deeply they penetrate hair.
research Health Improvement of Human Hair and Their Reshaping Using Recombinant Keratin K31
Recombinant keratin K31 makes damaged hair thicker, stronger, and straighter.
research Delayed Epidermal Permeability Barrier Formation and Hair Follicle Aberrations in Inv-Cldn6 Mice
Mice with too much Claudin-6 have skin barrier problems and abnormal hair growth.
research A Novel Preparation Method for Silicone Oil Nanoemulsions and Its Application for Coating Hair with Silicone
A new method improves silicone oil coating on hair, enhancing moisture and lubrication.
research Keratin Intermediate Filaments in the Colon: Guardians of Epithelial Homeostasis
Keratin proteins are essential for keeping the cells in the human colon healthy and stable.
research Identification of a Preferred Substrate Peptide for Transglutaminase 3 and Detection of In Situ Activity in Skin and Hair Follicles
The study found a specific peptide that helps detect TGase 3 activity in skin and hair follicles.
research Scalp Micropigmentation: A Concealer for Hair and Scalp Deformities
Scalp micropigmentation, a cosmetic tattoo technique, is a promising non-surgical treatment for hair and scalp deformities, despite potential complications.
research Recent Advances in Biodegradable and Biocompatible Synthetic Polymers Used in Skin Wound Healing
New synthetic polymers help improve skin wound healing and can be enhanced by adding natural materials and medicines.
research Preparation and Evaluation of Minoxidil Foamable Emu Oil Emulsion
The emu oil emulsion with minoxidil was better at promoting hair growth than the commercial product.
research Research on the Balance of Thiol-Disulfide in Blood Serum in Women with Telogen Effluvium
The balance of thiol-disulfide in women with hair loss is affected but not damaged.
research The Secretome of Irradiated Peripheral Mononuclear Cells Attenuates Hypertrophic Skin Scarring
PBMCsec can help reduce and improve thick skin scars.
research Scanning Electron Microscopes/Silicon Drift Detector-Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy: An Analytical Tool to Identify Waterborne Microminerals Pickup in Human Scalp Hair Cuticle Due to Water Quality
The method can identify minerals in hair from water, and using coconut oil or conditioner can prevent mineral buildup.
research Increasing GSH-Px Activity and Activating Wnt Pathway Promote Fine Wool Growth in FGF5-Edited Sheep
Editing the FGF5 gene in sheep increases fine wool growth.
research A Methodological Exploration of Distinguishing Hair Quality Based on Hair Proteomics
Bleaching damages hair by reducing the quality of keratin and keratin-associated proteins.
research Cosmeceutical Potentials of Equisetum Debile Roxb. Ex Vaucher Extracts
Equisetum debile extracts may help with skin whitening, anti-wrinkle, and anti-hair loss treatments.
research Cell Death by Cornification
Cornification is how skin cells die to form the protective outer layer of skin, hair, and nails.
research Seaweeds as Source of Bioactive Substances and Skin Care Therapy: Cosmeceuticals, Algotherapy, and Thalassotherapy
Seaweeds have beneficial compounds for skin care, including anti-aging and protective effects.
research Biochemical Evidence That Small Proline-Rich Proteins and Trichohyalin Function in Epithelia by Modulation of the Biomechanical Properties of Their Cornified Cell Envelopes
Small proline-rich proteins and trichohyalin help make epithelial tissues tougher and more flexible.
research Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery
Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
research Alkylation of Human Hair Keratin for Tunable Hydrogel Erosion and Drug Delivery in Tissue Engineering Applications
Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
research Going Below and Beyond the Surface: Microneedle Structure, Materials, Drugs, Fabrication, and Applications for Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration
Microneedles are effective for painless drug delivery and promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration.
research Sostdc1 Defines the Size and Number of Skin Appendage Placodes
Sostdc1 controls the size and number of hair and mammary gland structures.
research Recent Advances in the Structural Design of Photosensitive Agent Formulations Using Soft Colloidal Nanocarriers
New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
research Polymer Conjugated Retinoids for Controlled Transdermal Delivery
A new method allows for controlled, long-lasting delivery of retinoic acid through the skin with fewer side effects.
research Bioactive-Based Cosmeceuticals: An Update on Emerging Trends
Natural ingredients in cosmeceuticals are beneficial for skin and hair health with few side effects.