November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The extract of Silybum marianum, Manganese PCA, and Lespedeza capitata can boost hair growth and extend the growth phase when combined in a serum.
March 2019 in “The International Journal of Advanced Smart Convergence” Radish saponin extract may help grow hair in balding mice.
December 2023 in “Chiwi'saeng'gwa haghoeji” Hair keratin protein might help heal mouth wounds faster.
27 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” Annurca apple supplement safely increases hair growth and keratin in humans.
February 2024 in “Archiv EuroMedica” Annurca apple extract may help with hair growth and prevent hair loss.
January 2007 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Mf-rich hair degrades more than Ma-rich hair, especially with Proteinase K.
3 citations,
February 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Camellia japonica extract may improve scalp health and promote hair growth.
1 citations,
March 2006 in “The FASEB journal” Keratin-based scaffolds are safe and effective for tissue engineering.
April 2024 in “International journal of clinical trials” SesZen-Bio™ improves hair density, thickness, and overall hair health.
309 citations,
October 2007 in “Biomaterials” Keratin from human hair helps nerves heal faster.
2 citations,
November 1992 in “Journal of dermatology” Hair cells grown in a lab showed specific hair proteins.
May 2024 in “Proteome science” Bleaching damages hair by reducing the quality of keratin and keratin-associated proteins.
19 citations,
November 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract may protect mouse hair from damage by chemotherapy and could help treat hair loss without promoting cancer growth.
January 2013 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Microfibrils are key for permanent waves, and hydrolyzed keratin improves wave formation and hair condition.
Some plant-based ingredients may help with hair growth and care, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” The polyherbal hair oil with Vitamin B7 may increase hair growth, reduce hair loss, and protect against dandruff.
25 citations,
December 1973 in “Biochemical Journal” Guinea-pig hair and follicle proteins are mostly similar, but follicles have more group 2 proteins and fewer group 3 and 4 proteins.
2 citations,
August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Two patients with the same genetic mutation had both blistering skin and easily pulled out hair.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.
34 citations,
August 1966 in “Experimental cell research” Keratin fibrils in hair form and stop growing at specific points in the follicle.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Herbal treatments are effective and preferred for hair loss with fewer side effects.
15 citations,
January 2015 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract may be a better treatment for hair loss than Minoxidil.
9 citations,
February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
6 citations,
September 2013 in “Advanced materials research” Non-ionic silicone emulsion best protects hair color from sunlight.
4 citations,
December 2013 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A new mutation in the K6b gene caused a girl's late-appearing nail condition.
4 citations,
November 1968 in “Textile research journal” Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
70 citations,
December 2004 in “Differentiation” The study identified and characterized new keratin genes linked to hair follicles and epithelial tissues.
64 citations,
January 2010 in “The FASEB Journal” Prolactin affects the production of different keratins in human hair, which could lead to new treatments for skin and hair disorders.
62 citations,
January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.