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waste product from protein metabolism, excreted in urine

Urea is a waste product formed in the liver through the breakdown of proteins and is excreted in urine. It is also used in various dermatological treatments for its moisturizing properties, helping to treat conditions like dry skin and eczema by promoting hydration and softening the skin.

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Electrophoretic Variability in Human Head Hair: Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis of Hair Proteins in the Presence of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate and Urea

research Electrophoretic Variability in Human Head Hair: Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis of Hair Proteins in the Presence of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate and Urea

15 citations, January 1987 in “Electrophoresis”

Human head hair proteins can be typed into eight distinct patterns, useful for genetic and forensic investigations.

research Dual Inhibitors of Urease and Carbonic Anhydrase-II from Iris Species

8 citations, July 2019 in “Pure and Applied Chemistry”

Some natural compounds from Iris plants can block enzymes related to certain disorders, with a few affecting both targeted enzymes.

research Influence of Urea on the Coloring Ability of a Low-Temperature Coloring Method of Keratin Fibers Using Polyethyleneimine

5 citations, January 2004 in “Journal of applied polymer science”

Urea helps hair dye penetrate better and last longer.

A Multicenter Evaluation of 10% Sulfacetamide Sodium in a 10% Urea Vehicle Scalp Treatment Lotion and a 10% Urea Deep Cleansing Antibacterial Shampoo for the Treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp

research A Multicenter Evaluation of 10% Sulfacetamide Sodium in a 10% Urea Vehicle Scalp Treatment Lotion and a 10% Urea Deep Cleansing Antibacterial Shampoo for the Treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp

3 citations, March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

The lotion and shampoo effectively treated scalp seborrheic dermatitis.

research Altered Skin Permeation of Finasteride Using Clove Oil, Urea, and Lyophilized Powder of Grape Seed Extract

January 2022 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin”

Clove oil and grape seed extract increase finasteride skin absorption, while urea decreases it.

research Diffusion Behavior of Poly(Ethylene Imine) Into Keratin Fibers Using Microspectrophotometry

5 citations, April 2005 in “Journal of applied polymer science”

PEI diffuses into hair at a constant rate, and urea speeds up this process.

research Influence of Chemical Permeation Enhancers on the In Vitro Skin Permeation of Minoxidil Through Excised Rat Skin: A Mechanistic Study

January 2018 in “Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

Urea, eucalyptus oil, and menthol improve minoxidil skin absorption.

research Case 3: The Hypothermic Newborn

February 2019 in “Neoreviews”

The infant with a urea cycle disorder improved with treatment and a liver transplant.

research The In Vitro Assembly of Hair Follicle Keratins: Comparison of Cortex and Companion Layer Keratins

13 citations, January 2002 in “Biological chemistry”

Different conditions affect how hair proteins assemble, and certain mutations can change their structure.

research Lichen Spinulosus: Case Report and Review of Literature

11 citations, January 2015 in “JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCE”

A 12-year-old boy's rare skin condition improved with topical treatments and may resolve by puberty.

research Arginosuccinic Aciduria in a 4-Year-Old Girl: Neurological Symptoms and Hair Abnormalities

10 citations, May 1974 in “American journal of diseases of children”

The girl had a rare disorder causing mental and physical symptoms, with weak hair and unclear neurological issues.

research Unzipping the Cuticle of the Human Hair Shaft to Obtain Micron/Nano Keratin Filaments

7 citations, August 2006 in “Biopolymers”

Researchers extracted tiny keratin filaments from human hair by unzipping its outer layer.

research Nilotinib-Induced Generalized Keratosis Pilaris: Report of a Rare Case

5 citations, January 2021 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology”

Nilotinib can cause generalized keratosis pilaris.

research In Vitro Release of Zinc Pyrithione from a Shampoo Base and the Effects of Various Additives on Its Release Rate

3 citations, January 1985 in “Drug development and industrial pharmacy”

Additives like ethanol and propylene glycol increase the release of zinc pyrithione from shampoo.

research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia (IFAP): Late Diagnosis in 18-Year-Old Man

2 citations, March 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

An 18-year-old man was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder causing hair loss, severe light sensitivity, and skin issues.

Agaricus Subrufescens Ameliorates Ovarian Dysfunction and Regulates Altered Biochemical Parameters in Rats with Letrozole-Induced Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

research Agaricus Subrufescens Ameliorates Ovarian Dysfunction and Regulates Altered Biochemical Parameters in Rats with Letrozole-Induced Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

1 citations, November 2023 in “Journal of ovarian research”

Agaricus subrufescens improves ovarian function and biochemical health in rats with PCOS.

research A Guide to Cost-Effective Emollient Prescribing

1 citations, May 2019 in “British journal of health care management/British journal of healthcare management”

Choose cost-effective emollients for dry skin conditions and prescribe appropriate amounts.

research Visual Field Defect in a Patient Given Sodium Valproate Then Carbamazepine: Possible Effect of Aminotransferase Inhibition

1 citations, April 2002 in “PubMed”

Anti-epileptic drugs may cause visual and hair side effects due to enzyme inhibition, especially in genetically predisposed individuals.

research Overview Of Popular Cosmeceuticals In Dermatology

February 2024 in “Skin health and disease”

Many popular skincare products claim to prevent aging but lack strong evidence to prove their effectiveness and safety.

Anti-Hyperglycemic and Selected Organ Protective Effects of Ziziphus Spina-Christi Hydroethanol Leaf Extract in Alloxan Induced Diabetic Rats

research Anti-Hyperglycemic and Selected Organ Protective Effects of Ziziphus Spina-Christi Hydroethanol Leaf Extract in Alloxan Induced Diabetic Rats

August 2023 in “Gadua Journal of Pure and Allied Science”

Ziziphus spina-christi leaf extract lowered blood sugar and protected organs in diabetic rats.

research The Surface and Internal Features of Pubic Hair: A Comparative Study With Those of Scalp Hair

June 2023 in “Experimental dermatology”

Pubic hair has a thicker, more protective outer layer than scalp hair, possibly due to evolution.

research Effects of Abuse of Anabolic Androgenic Steroids on Iraqi Athletes

March 2017 in “Iraqi Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

Abuse of anabolic steroids in Iraqi athletes leads to negative effects on hormones, liver and kidney function, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels.

research Scalp Psoriasis Associated with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery”

A woman's severe hair loss was caused by scalp psoriasis, not the initially thought condition, and treatment improved her psoriasis but couldn't restore her lost hair.