14 citations
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July 2007 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that a new 3D image analysis method from SEM images enables quick and accurate measurement of cuticle scale heights in hair fibers.
12 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” In this study, researchers developed a method using scalp cyanoacrylate biopsy and advanced imaging techniques to effectively measure and visualize the distribution of anti-dandruff shampoo ingredients zinc pyrithione and climbazole within the scalp follicular infundibulum.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of pharmacy and pharmacology” This in-vitro study reported that a luliconazole-based formulation improved hair cuticle integrity and was more effective than ketoconazole in repairing damaged hair after 5 and 10 washes, with sensory analysis supporting these results. Further human studies are needed to confirm its clinical effects.
This study found that a fermented mixture containing Sasa Borealis leaf improved tensile strength and glossiness in hair damaged by heat perm and dyeing, suggesting potential as a cosmetic ingredient.
3 citations
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October 2022 in “Nano Letters” This study found that a microneedle patch using manganese thiophosphite showed greater hair regrowth potential compared to minoxidil, even with less frequent application, for treating androgenetic alopecia.
6 citations
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September 2018 in “ACS applied bio materials” This study provides conclusive evidence of exogenous calcium fatty acid deposits forming between the cuticle layers in hair, affecting its optical and mechanical properties.
20 citations
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March 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Lower acetylation makes chitin nanofibers thinner and more suitable for various uses.
5 citations
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March 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that Piezo2 channels are primarily located on sensory axon membranes in mechanosensory end organs, supporting a model where mechanical stimuli activate Aβ RA-LTMR neurons via axon protrusions.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “PeerJ” This study found significant structural and compositional differences in hair affected by alopecia areata compared to healthy hair, using a range of physico-chemical investigation methods.
3 citations
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May 2009 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study investigated the effects of different relaxer treatments on African-American hair, finding lab-made relaxer solutions caused less damage to hair topography than commercial systems.
5 citations
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August 2021 in “STAR Protocols” This article outlines a protocol for scanning electron microscopy of murine skin and primary keratinocyte monolayers, providing a guide for sample preparation and examination.
February 2026 in “Optics” This study demonstrates that polarized second harmonic generation imaging effectively monitors wool fiber stretching, revealing significant structural changes in keratin alignment that improve textile performance.
12 citations
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February 2011 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research describes methods to analyze the mechanical properties and fracture characteristics of hair across different types and ages, using specialized tensile testing and imaging techniques, without reporting new results.
29 citations
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August 2011 in “PubMed” This study found that selected polymeric pretreatments on hair can significantly reduce breakage and protect against thermal damage from hot flat irons by maintaining cuticle integrity and moisture.
March 2026 in “Medical Lasers” Adjusting hair dryer settings improves drying efficiency and keeps hair healthy.
264 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of biomedical optics” This study found that ZnO nanoparticles in topical skin products do not penetrate beyond the outer skin layers in humans, suggesting minimal safety concerns for subdermal absorption.
8 citations
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December 2003 in “Materials Research-ibero-american Journal of Materials” Polyquaternium 7® builds up on hair, improving its look and feel, and AFM is good for measuring these changes.
1 citations
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May 2001 in “Journal of Labelled Compounds and Radiopharmaceuticals” Scientists at the University of Michigan Medical School successfully created a special compound that can be used to improve imaging of prostate cancer.
May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” This notice states that the article has been withdrawn due to the journal's transfer to a new publisher and reports no research findings.
56 citations
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June 2015 in “Nature Protocols” This protocol describes using two-photon laser-scanning microscopy to study hair regeneration in live mice, offering detailed imaging capabilities for observing hair follicle stem cell behavior and manipulating cellular populations.
4 citations
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February 2020 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” This study suggests that adult hair follicle stem cells can survive and potentially differentiate into neuronal cells after being transplanted in a mouse model of traumatic brain injury, indicating promise for TBI therapy.
3 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, the researchers found that a manual micrometer caliper is a reliable tool for planning hair transplant surgery and accurately measures the short axis of the hair shaft.
November 2024 in “Image Analysis & Stereology” This study introduced a novel, weakly supervised method for segmenting hair in Scanning Electron Microscope images using simple image-level annotations, achieving over 30% improvement in mean Hausdorff Distance compared to Unet and SAM, while enhancing interpretability and refinement.
November 2023 in “Borneo Journal of Pharmacy” In this study, researchers used scanning electron microscopy to analyze hair damage from 3% hydrogen peroxide and UVB radiation, observing that Caesalpinia sappan hair tonic formulations coated and interacted with the hair cuticle, potentially modifying hair fiber damage.
1 citations
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June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that β-catenin stabilization in specific mammary epithelial lineages leads to cellular changes and the formation of hyperplastic lesions, revealing its role in initiating mammary neoplastic development.
August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that tight junctions extend to the most superficial layer of the stratum granulosum in human skin, challenging previous claims of their limited presence in the epidermis.
12 citations
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July 2016 in “Forensic science international” This study found that postmortem root banding in hair is likely due to the degradation of the intermacrofibrillar matrix in the cortex, with no damage to the cuticle observed.
August 2005 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis” Polymethylene wax in hair relaxers makes hair smooth and shiny with less damage.
60 citations
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October 2010 in “Molecular Imaging and Biology” This study observed that skin pigmentation significantly attenuates bioluminescent signals in C57Bl/6 mice, complicating quantitative optical imaging and requiring consideration in experimental design.
36 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review explores research on nanoformulations for enhancing the topical delivery of herbal medicines, noting potential benefits like improved bioavailability and sustained delivery, and emphasizes the need for safety and toxicity guidelines in developing these novel drug delivery systems.