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    Glossary Silicone

    Silicone is a synthetic polymer commonly used in various hair care products, including shampoos, conditioners, and styling agents, due to its ability to provide a smooth, shiny finish and reduce frizz. In the context of hair loss, silicones can create a protective barrier around the hair shaft, which may help prevent damage and breakage, but they do not address the underlying causes of hair loss. Key distinguishing characteristics of silicones include their water-repellent properties and the ability to form a film on the hair, which can lead to buildup if not properly cleansed. While they can enhance the appearance of hair, excessive use may hinder moisture retention and contribute to scalp issues, potentially impacting overall hair health.

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    1. A novel preparation method for silicone oil nanoemulsions and its application for coating hair with silicone International journal of nanomedicine · 2012 · 44 citations
    2. Effects of Silicone Oil Viscosity on the Physical Structure and Damage Mechanisms of Hair during Permanent Wave Treatment Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology · 2026
    3. Development and efficacy evaluation of hair care formulations containing vegetable oils and silicone International Journal of Phytocosmetics and Natural Ingredients · 2018 · 42 citations
    4. A meadowfoam seed oil derivative and its activity on human hair : From a natural, biodegradable source comes a silicone derivative that can penetrate and repair human hair Cosmetics and toiletries · 1997
    5. Scanning electron microscopes/silicon drift detector-energy dispersive spectroscopy: An analytical tool to identify waterborne microminerals pickup in human scalp hair cuticle due to water quality Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure · 2018 · 1 citations
    6. Optical properties of hair: effect of treatments on luster as quantified by image analysis. PubMed · 2003 · 11 citations
    7. Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning Ultrasound Discrimination of Cosmetic Fillers Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine · 2025 · 1 citations
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    10. Sustainable Hair Care: Formulation, Physicochemical Characterization, and Performance Assessment of Novel Dual‐Phasic Bio‐Derived Hair Serum ChemistrySelect · 2026
    11. Application of Nanoemulsions in Cosmetics Elsevier eBooks · 2018 · 23 citations
    12. Enhancing properties of damaged hair through moisture control via construction of highly hydrophobic surface Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces · 2026
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    14. Fermented grapeseed oil repairs chemically damaged hair via enhanced permeability mechanisms Scientific Reports · 2025
    15. Transparent silicone‐free shampoo containing proteins with strong hair conditioning properties International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2023
    16. Review of Herbal Hair Serum: Rosemary-Hibiscus-Neem International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews · 2024
    17. Development of Pneumatic Dual-Cell Stacking Implanter Advances in intelligent systems and computing · 2017
    18. Thiadiazole chitosan conjugates as a novel cosmetic ingredient for rinse-off hair conditioners: design, formulation, characterization and in silico-molecular docking studies BMC Chemistry · 2025
    19. Toxic Truths of commercial hair oils and healing oils of Ayurveda International journal of Indian medicine · 2025
    20. From Nature to Follicle: Controlled Infusion-Based Polyherbal Hair Growth Oil — Bioactive Characterization and Dermatological Safety Profiling International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology · 2026
    21. Development and evaluation of hair mask formulations containing vegetable oils from Brazilian biodiversity for curly hair Biomedical and Biopharmaceutical Research · 2026
    22. Evaluation of an eucalyptus oil containing topical drug delivery system for selected steroid hormones International Journal of Pharmaceutics · 2006 · 75 citations
    23. Adverse cutaneous reactions to soft tissue fillers – a review of the histological features Journal of Cutaneous Pathology · 2008 · 97 citations
    24. Hair cosmetics Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology · 2013 · 43 citations
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    27. A comprehensive review article for poly herbal hair serum is MagicalRemedies for hair growth. 2025
    28. Occlusion and hydration of scars: moisturizers versus silicone gels Burns · 2022 · 8 citations
    29. Hair Protective Effect of Argan Oil (<i>Argania spinosa</i> Kernel Oil) and Cupuassu Butter (<i>Theobroma grandiflorum</i> Seed Butter) Post Treatment with Hair Dye Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications · 2013 · 7 citations
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