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A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
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April 2017 in “Journal of structural biology” Human hair keratin fibers have a detailed nano-scale structure that changes with different conditions.
August 2024 in “Cosmetics” K18® and Olaplex® both effectively repair bleached hair, improving its strength, smoothness, and overall health.
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January 2020 in “PeerJ” Alopecia Areata causes significant structural and compositional changes in hair.
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