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July 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The conclusion is that a new method to measure hair shine was confirmed to match people's visual assessments.
February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study established an animal model using UV-irradiated C57BL/6 mice to assess hair luster, reporting that UV exposure alters keratin-associated protein gene expression, and suggested potential for developing effective hair care products by evaluating treatments like oral minoxidil.
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new method helps understand hair shine and various products improve hair care.
June 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” In this study, researchers using a UVB-induced mouse model identified the gene COL7A1 as a novel marker for hair luster, finding that minoxidil, caffeine, and biotin effectively restored its expression, indicating potential therapeutic strategies.
December 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, researchers used a computational drug repurposing approach to identify FDA-approved drugs Dutasteride and Solifenacin as potential inhibitors of Listeria monocytogenes via binding to the virulence factor regulator PrfA, suggesting they may offer new treatment strategies against multi-drug resistant strains.
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November 2003 in “PubMed” This study found that hair luster increased with higher fiber pigmentation and application of specific cosmetic oils and styling resins, while micronized ZnO and synthetic sebum dulled hair.
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February 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” This study found that Magra sheep with high-luster wool exhibited significantly higher expression of keratin genes, suggesting that increased keratin protein levels may be crucial for wool luster.
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October 1978 in “Archives of dermatology” This study reports two cases of acquired zinc deficiency presenting with skin symptoms such as hair loss and acrodermatitis, suggesting these manifestations may help in diagnosing zinc deficiency in humans.
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January 2016 in “Skin research and technology” This study found that a new 12-point scale provided a more precise measurement system for evaluating hair damage and improvement after hair care product use compared to a 5-point scale.
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July 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different hair types from various ethnic groups affect hair shine due to characteristics like thickness and shape.
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March 2013 in “Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea” In this study, applying the microbial enzyme transglutaminase from Streptomyces mobaraensis to damaged hair increased its tensile strength by 15.64%, suggesting potential benefits in repairing shampoo-induced damage and improving hair luster.
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February 2019 in “Zoology” Lustre mutant sheep have normal hair structure and proteins but differ in felting properties.
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October 2017 in “Oncotarget” In this study, NIH hairless mice showed increased susceptibility to Listeria monocytogenes infection compared to NIH mice, potentially due to differences in gut microbiota and monocyte levels.
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December 2016 in “Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences” This study found significant associations between pruritus and elevated parathormone levels, and xerosis and elevated serum creatinine levels, in chronic kidney disease patients undergoing haemodialysis.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This narrative literature review by Lustrao synthesizes existing research on six botanical ingredients used in Lustrao Hair Regrowth Oil, noting varying evidence levels with rosemary oil showing the clearest human clinical support for hair growth, particularly against minoxidil.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This narrative literature review by Lustrao examines the existing research on six botanical ingredients in their Hair Regrowth Oil, finding varied evidence levels and highlighting rosemary oil's strong human clinical support for hair growth compared to minoxidil.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review found that hair loss is nearly universal by mid-life, significantly impacts psychological well-being, especially for women, and that users often discontinue the leading treatment, minoxidil, due to adherence issues.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that hair loss is nearly universal by mid-life, poses significant psychological burdens, particularly for women, and shows that many discontinue minoxidil due to adherence challenges.
June 2021 in “Current developments in nutrition” In this open-label study, participants reported that the LustrivaTM BH-002 two-step system improved various aspects of hair, skin, and nail health and appearance after three months of use.
January 2021 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” This study found that a high dose of LustrivaTM, containing biotin and silicon, significantly increased hair thickness and reduced facial wrinkle depth in women with thinning hair compared to a placebo, without any reported adverse events.
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July 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that hair luster decreases with age in Japanese females, primarily due to an irregular increase in fiber curvature which affects hair alignment.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a hair care treatment using integral silk proteins and linseed-derived polysaccharides effectively protected and repaired bleached and colored hair swatches, significantly improving their resistance, luster, and reducing structural damage after chemical treatments.
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” This study found that Cynatine HNS significantly improved hair and nail health in women after 90 days compared to placebo.
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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” In this randomized controlled trial, oral intake of the probiotic Latilactobacillus curvatus LB-P9 significantly improved hair luster, elasticity, and participant satisfaction in individuals with mild to moderate hair damage compared to placebo, without significant adverse effects reported.
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August 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” In this study, a scalp care solution with 0.5% timosaponin B‐II from Anemarrhena asphodeloides significantly improved hair luster, reduced hair fall, enhanced scalp hydration, and decreased scalp redness over 28 days, suggesting benefits for scalp health and hair loss prevention.
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July 2022 in “PubMed” This study found that coconut oil clinically helps with brittle hair and hair infestation, while evidence for castor and argan oils improving hair growth or quality is weak.
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April 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study found that a formulated herbal hair oil using ingredients like Amla, Almond, and Neem showed promising results in promoting hair growth, protecting against dandruff, and providing shine, outperforming a marketed hair oil in evaluations.
In this 24-week study, oral supplementation with hydrolyzed low-molecular-weight porcine placental peptides significantly improved scalp elasticity, hair diameter, tensile strength, surface roughness, and luster compared to placebo, suggesting its potential as a nutritional intervention for age-related scalp and hair changes.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics” In this study, adults with mild-to-moderate hair damage taking GPVGPS Collagen® daily for 24 weeks showed significant improvements in hair luster, strength, thickness, and density compared to placebo, with no safety concerns reported.