April 2007 in “CRC Press eBooks” This article discusses various vitamin deficiencies and their neurological implications without providing new clinical results; it serves as an informative chapter on nutrient-related neurological conditions.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that trichoscopic measurements of hair density and diameter are useful for assessing the severity of female pattern hair loss and its progression.
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December 2021 in “Skin research and technology” This study clarified and quantified the concept of hair transparency using a validated mathematical model based on measurable hair properties and consumer perception data from stylists in Japan and China.
January 1994 in “Nihon Chikusan Gakkaiho” This study observed that mink dermal collagen fibrils undergo structural changes during the hair cycle, with increased fiber thickness and bundle density as minks grow.
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March 2016 in “PLoS ONE” This study characterized hair from a patient with a ribosomopathy and identified distinct differences, including reduced hair thickness and lipid content, compared to family members.
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January 2011 in “Journal of biomedical optics” This study found that optical coherence tomography provides highly reproducible and less variable measurements of hair shaft thickness compared to standard light microscopy, offering a promising noninvasive tool for clinical practice.
September 2016 in “Journal of dermatological science” This study suggested that differences in hair follicle development, indicated by the frequency of underdeveloped hairs, significantly contribute to the variation in hair loss severity among Japanese individuals with the LIPH c.736T>A mutation.
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August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, wound closure tension following strip surgery for hair restoration varied by strip width, highlighting the importance of minimizing tension to achieve better scarring outcomes.
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study suggests that a prototype device may accurately measure hair quantity, diameter, and density in balding patients, potentially aiding in diagnostic assessments, though formal clinical studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study in Japanese women identified SNP rs2419385 as significantly associated with hair thinning, suggesting potential involvement of nearby genes in its development.
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June 2019 in “IEEJ Transactions on Sensors and Micromachines” This study reports the development of a MEMS silicon-hair device capable of detecting minute forces and moments, replicating the sensory functions of human hair follicles with high sensitivity.
This study reported that Asian patients have few racial differences in trichoscopy compared to Caucasian patients, except for certain features like greater mean hair diameter and masking effects by normal skin color.
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September 1999 in “Journal of Synchrotron Radiation” This study shows that microdiffraction experiments reveal structural layers in keratinous tissues, each with different keratin types, potentially explaining their dual role as mechanical support and chemical barriers.
May 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses potential treatments for hair loss and emphasizes consulting a doctor to investigate treatable medical causes if hair loss persists for over a month.
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December 2014 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study, hair density and thickness in nonbalding scalp areas varied with the severity and BASP subtypes of androgenetic alopecia in East Asian men, showing notable decreases in some subtypes.
October 2024 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This study introduced a novel method that uses upright structured illumination microscopy and atomic force microscopy to map the mechanical properties of thick living tissue slices, revealing the intricate mechanical heterogeneity of mouse skin and effects of preservation techniques on tissue stiffness.
Recognizing bamboo hair helps diagnose Netherton’s syndrome.
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February 1982 in “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” This study observed that Nigerians with lower serum albumin levels had a significantly reduced hair epilation force, suggesting that hair pluckability might indicate protein depletion rather than energy depletion.
May 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Living near more dermatologists and using certain cancer screening tests lowers the chance of being diagnosed with advanced skin cancer.
September 2022 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This study introduced a Density-Calibrated Airtouch Protocol (DCAP) that suggests customizing the Airtouch hair coloring technique based on client hair density to optimize color blend, pigment longevity, and hair health.
This study observed that weight control efforts in people in their 20s and 30s led to decreased moisture, elasticity, and increased hair loss and thinning, impacting skin and scalp health.
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.
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March 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study developed a prototype device that suggests potential for diagnosing changes in hair quantity, diameter, and density, though formal clinical studies are needed to confirm these findings.
90 citations
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October 1983 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that individuals with androgenic alopecia have an increased number of thin hairs (less than 40 microns in diameter) per cm², which may affect their clinical appearance.
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study analyzed changes in hair diameter and density with age in Caucasian women, highlighting variations in perception of hair amount over time.
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August 2019 in “Electronics and Communications in Japan” This study reports a highly sensitive MEMS silicon-hair device that mimics hair follicle functions by detecting minimal forces and moments, including electrostatic attraction and surface tension of liquids.
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February 2015 in “PubMed” This study reported that a hair fiber filler product improved quality of life, scalp coverage, and hair fullness in individuals with thinning hair, with a high level of product satisfaction observed.
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June 2005 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study of 30 severe anorexia nervosa patients, true acquired pili torti was not found although twisted hair was observed in 6.6% of cases.
January 2000 in “Zhongguo yixue wulixue zazhi” This study observed that human hair keratin showed distinct morphological features depending on the dissolution speed, which could have potential applications in clinical settings for developing self-tendons.
December 2020 in “Han-guk byuti gyeong-yeong hakoeji” This study found that weight control efforts among people in their 20s and 30s were associated with decreased skin moisture, elasticity, and increased hair loss and thinning.