42 citations,
January 2009 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” A certain surfactant sticks to human hair, making it change from water-repelling to water-attracting, which could help in hair conditioning.
36 citations,
October 2014 in “Langmuir” Bleaching hair removes its protective top layer and exposes more hydrophilic groups, changing its chemical surface and affecting how it interacts with products.
29 citations,
December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A new hair treatment with caffeine and other ingredients makes hair thicker and less likely to break.
28 citations,
December 2011 in “Biocatalysis and biotransformation” PDI helps restore over-bleached hair's strength and structure by attaching special peptides.
17 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
13 citations,
January 2010 in “Advances in Biochemical Engineering / Biotechnology” Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.
8 citations,
November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair varies widely and should be classified by curl type rather than race.
3 citations,
June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Mathematical problems in engineering” Hair damage increases significantly with higher temperatures and longer heating times.
2 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair structure varies by ethnicity, and certain treatments can improve hair condition and appearance.
Understanding hair surface properties is key for effective hair care products.
1 citations,
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
1 citations,
December 1972 in “Journal of Colloid and Interface Science” Ethanol spreads well on hair at low humidity but less so at higher humidity due to water condensation.
September 2018 in “Cosmetics” Inositol and arginine solutions improve hair follicle health and turnover.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Hair health is influenced by genetics, aging, and environmental factors, with proper care needed to maintain it.
January 2013 in “Transactions of the Materials Research Society of Japan” CMADK reduces hair damage from bleaching and permanent waving.
Hair properties change under electromagnetic fields and are influenced by individual characteristics and the environment.
193 citations,
January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” Dermatologists need to understand hair products to treat hair and scalp issues better.
47 citations,
January 2017 in “RSC Advances” Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.
42 citations,
July 2015 in “Cosmetics” Nanotechnology improves hair care products by enhancing ingredient stability, targeting treatment, and reducing side effects, but more research on its toxicity is needed.
32 citations,
August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
25 citations,
May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
25 citations,
May 2019 in “Heliyon” Hair treatments cause significant structural changes, especially with excessive heat, regardless of ethnicity.
20 citations,
July 1988 in “Clinics in dermatology” Thioglycolate lotions are the most popular method for permanent waving and hair straightening.
14 citations,
January 2012 in “Proteins” Electrostatic interactions mainly stabilize the binding of peptides to hair keratin.
13 citations,
January 2017 in “Cosmetics” Different tests are used to see how hair care products affect hair, and choosing the right test is important for accurate results.
12 citations,
February 2006 in “Lipids” Hair texture changes with age due to varying levels of lipids.
11 citations,
February 2019 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Hair properties are interconnected; a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary approach is essential for understanding hair behavior.
10 citations,
September 2020 in “Biopolymers” Hair's structure and properties change with pH; acidic pH maintains strength and less swelling, while alkaline pH increases water content and swelling.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Wear” Hair's resistance to wear varies by ethnicity and treatment, with less wear indicating stronger hair.