May 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioinformatics” This study used computational methods to identify six molecules, with jamogenin being particularly promising, that effectively bind to and inhibit the enzyme linked to male pattern hair loss, suggesting these compounds could be explored further for hair growth potential.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” The herbal hair serum with rosemary, hibiscus, and neem is safe and effective for hair care.
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March 2007 in “Skin Research and Technology” In this study, researchers developed a non-invasive method to distinguish exogen hair from telogen hair on the human scalp, finding that normal exogen hair levels are generally less than seven hairs per cm².
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January 1997 in “Nephron” In this study, two dialysis patients with high plasma silicon levels exhibited symptoms like painful skin eruptions and unusual hair growth, suggesting silicon may influence calcium metabolism similarly to aluminum.
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February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study explored a multidimensional approach to examine body hairs' physico-chemical properties, potentially supporting their use over scalp hairs in forensic and intoxication studies.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study suggests that keratin films, which model hair damage sensitivity, remained intact after shampoo and conditioner treatments and showed potential for evaluating hair texture and adsorption.
December 2024 in “Problems of Biological Medical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry” This study examined the hair ionomic profiles of first-year RUDN University students and found distinct elemental differences between those from the Moscow region and the Middle East, suggesting these profiles may reflect the geographical and climatic conditions of their previous environments.
January 2026 in “ChemistrySelect” This study demonstrates that a newly developed bio-based, dual-phasic hair serum offers a sustainable and effective alternative to traditional silicone-based serums, enhancing hair cuticle integrity and consumer appeal while supporting environmentally friendly formulation design.
July 2007 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that a new hybrid polymer made from hydrolyzed protein, alkyl chain, and silicone helped prevent discoloration and improve moisture feel and manageability in dyed and damaged hair.
This study reports that hair fibers degrade most in acidic sandy clay, while silicone oil treatment is effective for conserving various hair types and artifacts.
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June 2013 in “PubMed” This study found that controlled thermal straightening can achieve irreversible smoothing of curly hair without chemicals, with effectiveness dependent on temperature and cycles, and silicone enhancing straightening quality.
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December 2018 in “Annals of plastic surgery” In this report, seven burn patients developed hypertrichosis after undergoing pressure garment/silicone therapy intended to prevent hypertrophic scarring.
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January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” This review discusses the role of diet in managing hair loss during menopause and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of nutrients like sulfur amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
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April 1989 in “Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section B Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms” Sulphur in hair follicles increases from the bulb and then levels off, while other elements vary in distribution.
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.
July 2018 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” This narrative review describes the components of human hair and their nutritional importance but reports no clinical results; the authors suggest dietary sulfur amino acids are essential for hair health.
Using silicon circular iron on Korean women's hair increases hair thickness the most.
March 2014 in “CRC Press eBooks” Some nutrients and antioxidants may improve skin and hair health, but more research is needed to confirm these benefits.
October 2008 in “Trace Elements and Electrolytes” In this study, perimenopausal women with initially high hair concentrations of calcium, magnesium, and silicon experienced a decrease in these elements after intermittent dietary supplementation with calcium, magnesium, silicon, and vitamin D.
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March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This review discusses methods for evaluating hair growth-promoting effects of candidate substances for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on cell assays, organ cultures, and animal models, and reports no new results.
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January 2016 in “Methods in molecular biology” This study describes the process of isolating and analyzing multipotent stem cells from mouse hair follicles for potential use in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study reported that among postmenopausal women with female pattern hair loss, treatment with topical finasteride 0.5% and minoxidil 2% was more effective at improving hair condition than treatment with topical 17α-estradiol 0.05% and minoxidil 2%, particularly notable at 12-18 months of follow-up.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This case report highlights keloid formation as a rare complication at the donor site after follicular unit extraction hair transplantation, suggesting practitioners should be aware of procedure-associated risks.
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July 1993 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article, titled "Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow," was published in 1993, but it provides no abstract or new research results.
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January 2004 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics” This study found that tea-seed saponin modified silicone polymer quaternary ammonium salt significantly improves hair conditioning performance in both dry and wet states when used in shampoo formulations.
This case report highlights a potential link between silicone breast implants and autoimmune/inflammatory syndrome induced by adjuvants, suggesting explantation may help improve symptoms.
January 2026 in “Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces” This study found that treating damaged hair with maleic-modified amino silicone oil created a highly hydrophobic surface, reducing water content and improving hair's mechanical properties and thermal stability.
September 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that anisotropic osmolyte solutions may improve hair follicle turnover and condition in both in vitro and in silico models, as well as in human volunteers with hair disorders.
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August 2023 in “Composites Part B: Engineering” In this study, researchers developed a composite electrospun wound dressing containing strontium zinc silicon bioceramics, which significantly activated hair follicle stem cells and promoted hair follicle and capillary regeneration in deep burn wounds, suggesting a promising approach for burn wound healing.