57 citations
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June 2018 in “Nutrients” This paper describes various skin conditions associated with celiac disease and suggests that these dermatological signs might aid in diagnosing the disease, potentially improving with a gluten-free diet.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “Polymers” This review discusses recent advances in protein immobilization on bacterial cellulose for various biomedical uses and reports no new clinical results.
18 citations
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October 2024 in “Medical Science Monitor” This review discusses the mechanisms of skin barrier impairment in acne vulgaris and suggests strategies for its repair but reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This review highlights the potential of nanotechnology-based formulations in hair care and treatment, emphasizing how these innovative materials can enhance the stability, efficacy, and safety of active compounds while addressing the limitations of conventional formulations.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, JAUN soap was found to improve skin conditions, such as moisture, elasticity, and cleansing effectiveness, without adverse reactions, suggesting its potential as a safe and effective ingredient for functional cosmetics.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Skin Research and Technology” This article provides guidelines and indices for a three-point cantilever bending test to measure mechanical properties of hair treated with both conventional and naturally-derived styling polymers, reporting no new experimental results.
April 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that bioconjugating 16-methylheptadecanoic acid (16-MHA) to damaged hair can mimic the protective properties of 18-methyleicosanoic acid (18-MEA), restoring the hair's structural integrity and moisture homeostasis, even after washing.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The researchers observed that two non-antimicrobial shampoos caused a significant increase in fungal germs but did not affect the overall scalp microbiota diversity over two weeks, suggesting these formulations may preserve or stimulate the scalp microbiota without adverse effects.
May 2023 in “Health science reports” This review discusses the harmful effects of coloring shampoos containing trihydroxybenzene on the scalp-skin barrier and emphasizes the need for safer ingredient selection to prevent side effects.
15 citations
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August 2022 in “The Application of Clinical Genetics” This review describes the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of adrenomyeloneuropathy, including rehabilitative therapies and spasticity management, and reports no new clinical results.
October 2022 in “JAAD international” This study found that more than 70% of patients with autoimmune blistering diseases experienced alopecia, with about 10% having scarring alopecia, and elevated Dsg1 ratios were linked to hair loss in pemphigus vulgaris.
2 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society” This study found that increasing collagen concentration to 2% in permanent wave treatments reduced hair damage but impaired curl formation.
This article reviews the roles and types of surfactants and ingredients in modern shampoos, discussing their contributions to cleansing, conditioning, and cosmetic effects, but reports no new experimental findings.
3 citations
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August 2025 in “Fermentation” In this study, researchers produced a biosurfactant from yeast that effectively reduces surface tension, acts as a good oil emulsifier, demonstrates antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and exhibits no cytotoxicity, suggesting its potential use in eco-friendly cosmetic formulations.
2 citations
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July 2023 in “Cosmetics” In this study, researchers highlighted that while hair lipids are crucial for hair health and protection, surfactants in shampoos and conditioners can partially remove these lipids, potentially affecting hair structure, though the exact mechanisms remain poorly understood and require further investigation.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Cosmetics” This study found that a novel shampoo formulation effectively delivers caffeine to hair follicles, with 8–9% of absorbed caffeine reaching the follicles, suggesting it may support hair retention by enhancing antioxidant activity.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated a levan-based polysaccharide, POLEVAN®, in shampoo formulations and reported that it significantly increased hair glossiness by 24%, allowed a reduction of surfactant content by up to 50% without affecting foam, and maintained scalp moisturization similar to hyaluronic acid in a clinical setting.
April 2025 in “Cosmetics” In this randomized, double-blind study, a shampoo containing Plantago asiatica L. significantly improved hair thickness and density while reducing hair loss over 12 weeks in adults compared to a placebo.
November 2023 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated the protective effects of a hair conditioner containing rice derivatives on natural Caucasian hair using various analysis methods and found that the conditioner, especially with rice germ oil GX-N, effectively improved hair properties even under stress conditions like irradiation.
This study investigated the effects of pathological α-synuclein on sebaceous gland cells in Parkinson's disease, finding that α-synuclein exposure altered cellular differentiation and lipid production, suggesting a potential link between α-synuclein and lipid dysregulation in the skin of PD patients.
5 citations
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January 2011 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” This study found that Cornus officinalis fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus enhanced hair regrowth in mice, outperforming a minoxidil control.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” This study proposed a network model for the cross-linked structure of keratin-associated proteins in hair and wool fibers, suggesting notable differences between the two, potentially affecting hair fiber elasticity.
4 citations
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January 2011 This study found that Pleuropterus cilinervis extracts and animal milk fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus promoted hair growth in mice, suggesting potential applications in hair loss treatments.
1 citations
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August 2012 in “Food Science and Biotechnology” This study found that essence containing fermented Opuntia ficus-indica var. sarboten fruits and Lactobacillus rhamnosus promoted more significant hair growth in mice than minoxidil.
July 2026 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study found that a newly formulated herbal shampoo showed acceptable physicochemical characteristics and effective cleansing properties, suggesting it as a promising alternative to synthetic shampoos.
April 2026 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, the developed polyherbal shampoo with Hibiscus rosa-sinensis exhibited good stability and cleansing properties, suggesting it may be an effective natural alternative to synthetic anti-hair fall products.
January 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This review suggests that standardized herbal shampoos may offer a safe and sustainable alternative to synthetic products due to their natural saponins and multifunctional benefits, though challenges in consistency and shelf-life persist.
January 2025 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This article discussed the potential risks of commercial hair oils, which may contain harmful ingredients, and suggested that additive-free ayurvedic oils could offer a safer alternative for maintaining healthy hair, while urging dermatologists to be informed about different herbal hair oil options.
18 citations
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January 2008 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” This study observed that repeated perm treatments decrease disulfide bonds in hair due to their conversion largely into cysteic acid, affecting the waving efficiency depending on the reduction agent used.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers developed a method called the Stiffness-Angle Law and found that hair treated with caffeine-infused shampoo showed a 13.2% increase in stiffness, as measured by their novel evaluation technique.