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Understanding how keratin structures in hair are arranged and interact is key for creating methods to extract and purify them.
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research Physical and Mechanical Properties of the Hair Shaft: A Review of Measurement Techniques to Verify the Efficacy of Cosmetic Products
Different techniques measure hair properties to ensure cosmetic products work.
research A Humanized Mouse Model of Hereditary 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D–Resistant Rickets Without Alopecia
Researchers created a mouse model of a type of rickets that does not cause hair loss.
research Toll-Like Receptor 4 (TLR4): New Insights into Immunity and Aging
TLR4 is important in aging-related diseases and could be a new treatment target.
research In Silico Analysis of Gene Expression Data from Bald Frontal and Haired Occipital Scalp to Identify Candidate Genes in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Found 32 genes linked to male baldness, affecting hair growth and stress-related pathways.
research Innovative Method for the Analysis of Dexpanthenol in Hair Care Products
New method quickly and accurately measures dexpanthenol in hair products.
research Promotion of Hair Growth by Applying Sulfur Amino Acids and Other Compounds to the Skin
Applying L-methionine and L-serine to the skin promotes the most hair growth.
research Isolation and Quantification of Glycosaminoglycans from Human Hair Shaft
Human hair contains more glycosaminoglycans in children than adults, and these compounds decrease with age, possibly affecting hair thickness.
research A Keratin Fiber Sheath
Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
research Methylene Blue: Its Efficacy and Safety as a Storage Solution in Hair Transplantation
Methylene blue is less effective than normal saline solution for storing hair grafts and may reduce graft survival.
research Alterations in Epidermal Stem Cells Within the Pilosebaceous Unit in Atrophic Acne Scars
Inflammatory acne damages skin stem cells and reduces their growth, leading to atrophic acne scars.
research Pachyonychia Congenita: Sporadic Onset With Mutation Analysis
A boy with Pachyonychia congenita has a confirmed gene mutation, highlighting the need for a local genetic database in India.
research Mechanisms of Hepatocyte Attachment to Keratin Biomaterials
Human liver cells stick to hair protein materials mainly through the liver's asialoglycoprotein receptor.
research Decorin Promotes Proliferation and Migration of ORS Keratinocytes and Maintains Hair Anagen in Mice
Decorin helps hair cells grow and move, and keeps hair growth phase going in mice.
research Ephrins Negatively Regulate Cell Proliferation in the Epidermis and Hair Follicle
Ephrins slow down skin and hair follicle cell growth.
research Tribuloside Acts on the PDE/cAMP/PKA Pathway to Enhance Melanogenesis, Melanocyte Dendricity and Melanosome Transport
Tribuloside can increase skin pigmentation by enhancing melanin production and distribution.
research Author Reply
Imatinib mesylate can cause skin lightening, especially in Chinese patients, due to its effect on pigment production.
research The Role of R-Spondins and Their Receptors in Bone Metabolism
R-spondins and their receptors help increase bone growth and may be used to treat bone loss diseases.
research Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway in Tissue Injury: Roles in Pathology and Therapeutic Opportunities for Regeneration
The Wnt/β-catenin pathway helps tissue regeneration but can also cause fibrosis, and drugs that inhibit this pathway may aid in healing skin and heart tissues.
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 Skin-Specific Regulation of SREBP Processing and Lipid Biosynthesis by Glycerol Kinase 5
A gene called Gk5 controls lipid production in the skin and affects hair growth.
research The Epidermis: Rising to the Surface
The document concludes that recent research has improved understanding of skin diseases and the balance between cell growth and differentiation in the epidermis.
research Editors' Picks
Scientists found gene mutations that affect hair loss, skin stem cells, and skin disorders, and identified drugs that may help treat blood vessel and skin conditions.
research Biotin And Biotinidase Deficiency
Biotin and biotinidase are essential to prevent health issues, and deficiencies require lifelong supplementation.
research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss
Certain supplements, like whey protein isolate and growth hormones, can worsen hair loss.
research Quantification of the Vitamin D Receptor-Coregulator Interaction
Vitamin D receptor binds similarly to natural and synthetic ligands, affecting gene regulation.
research Hair Loss Management
Eat a balanced diet for healthy hair; only use supplements if you have a proven nutrient deficiency.
research Lgr5 Marks Cycling, Yet Long-Lived, Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Lgr5 is a marker for active, long-lasting stem cells in mouse hair follicles.
research C/EBPα and C/EBPβ Are Required for Sebocyte Differentiation and Stratified Squamous Differentiation in Adult Mouse Skin
C/EBPalpha and C/EBPbeta are crucial for normal skin and oil gland cell development in adult mice.
research Wear Characteristics of Epoxy-Based Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Short Hair Fibers and Glass Micro Spheres
Adding human hair fibers and glass micro-spheres to epoxy improves its wear resistance and strength.