research Chapter 4: Cytomechanics of Hair
Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
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research Oxidative Modification in Human Hair: The Effect of the Levels of Cu (II) Ions, UV Exposure and Hair Pigmentation
Reducing copper (II) ion levels in hair can decrease hair damage.
research Evaluation of Sensory Parameters and Tensile Strength on Damaged Hair After Ten Washes With Mintop Shampoo: An In Vitro Study
Mintop shampoo improved hair smoothness, shine, and strength after ten washes.
research The Secrets of Beautiful Hair: Why Is It Flexible and Elastic?
Beautiful hair is flexible and elastic due to its unique double-layered structure and can be enhanced with succinic acid treatment.
research Hemostatic Properties and the Role of Cell Receptor Recognition in Human Hair Keratin Protein Hydrogels
Keratin from human hair shows promise for medical uses like wound healing and tissue engineering.
research The Structure of the Amorphous Matrix of Keratins
Human hair keratin fibers have a detailed nano-scale structure that changes with different conditions.
research A Raman Spectroscopic Investigation of the Mechanism of the Reduction in Hair with Thioglycerol and the Accompanying Disulphide Conformational Changes
Thioglycerol treatment at pH 9.0 with ammonia causes less hair damage and better waving than thioglycolic acid.
research Diffusion Behavior of Poly(Ethylene Imine) Into Keratin Fibers Using Microspectrophotometry
PEI diffuses into hair at a constant rate, and urea speeds up this process.
research Evaluation of Hair Surface Structure and Morphology of Patients with Lichen Planopilaris by Atomic Force Microscopy
AFM can help diagnose lichen planopilaris by identifying specific hair structure changes.
research Hair Growth Activity of Hair Tonic Preparations Containing Cinnamon Essential Oil (Cinnamomum Burmanii) and Virgin Coconut Oil
Cinnamon essential oil and virgin coconut oil hair tonic promoted hair growth, with the highest concentration performing better than the positive control.
research Evaluation of a New X-Ray Fluorescent Analysis Technique for the Creation of a Nordic Hair Database: Elemental Distributions Within the Root and the Virgin Segment of Hair Fibers
The new X-ray technique allows for precise and non-destructive measurement of elements in hair, creating the first database of its kind for a specific ethnic group.
research Reconnection Of Cysteine In Reduced Hair With Alkylene Dimaleates Via Thiol-Michael Click Chemistry
A new method using 1,4-n-butylene dimaleate effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair.
research Analysis of Structural Change in Keratin Fibers Resulting from Chemical Treatments Using Raman Spectroscopy
Chemical hair straightening changes hair proteins and mostly fixes broken bonds.
research Local Structure of Human Hair Spatially Resolved by Sub-Micron X-Ray Beam
Human hair has a new region with ordered filaments and the cuticle contains β-keratin sheets.
research Exogenous and Endogenous Lipids of Human Hair
Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
research Lipid Losses and Barrier Function Modifications of the Brown-to-White Hair Transition
White hair has less lipid content and absorbs water differently than brown hair.
research Luxury Hair Fibers for the Fashion Industry
The industry should promote pure luxury hair fibers, improve technology, and diversify products to support growers and ensure sustainable use.
research Internal Structure Changes in Bleached Black Human Hair Resulting from Chemical Treatments: A Raman Spectroscopic Investigation
Chemical treatments on bleached black hair change its internal structure by breaking and reforming bonds, and treatments with hydrolyzed eggwhite protein help repair it.
research Kinetics and Equilibrium of Solute Diffusion into Human Hair
Hair absorbs molecules differently based on their size, charge, and love for water, and less at higher pH; this can help make better hair products.
research Chemical Danger in Hair Keratin Care
Hair keratin treatments can be harmful, potentially causing health issues like skin reactions and cancer.
research Extraction and Formulation of Hydrolyzed Wool Keratin Solution for Hair Growth
Sheep wool keratin solution safely and effectively promotes hair growth.
research Dyeing Regions of Oxidative Hair Dyes in Human Hair Investigated by Nanoscale Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
Hair dye colors mainly target melanin granules in black hair.
research No Difference in the Proteome of Racially and Geometrically Classified Scalp Hair Samples from a South African Cohort: Preliminary Findings
Hair protein composition is similar across different races and shapes.
research Leveraging Deep Neural Networks to Uncover Unprecedented Levels of Precision in the Diagnosis of Hair and Scalp Disorders
A new AI model diagnoses hair and scalp disorders with 92% accuracy, better than previous models.
research Cell-Based Model Systems for Validation of Efficacy Claims for Cosmetic Ingredients
Cell-based models help test if cosmetic ingredients really work for hair growth and skin health.
research Microemulsion Formulation of Combination of Virgin Coconut Oil and Rice Bran Oil for Hair Growth
The combination of virgin coconut oil and rice bran oil in the FIII formula promoted hair growth effectively.
research Formulation and Physical Quality Tests of Hair Fertilizer Preparations from Lemongrass (Chrysopogon Zizanioides) and VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil)
The hair oil with lemongrass and coconut oil promotes hair growth effectively.
research Physical Stability Test of Hair Tonic with Cinnamon Essential Oil and Virgin Coconut Oil Using Cycling Test Method and Irritation Test on Rabbits
The hair tonic with cinnamon oil and coconut oil was stable and caused very mild irritation.
research Nanoemulsion Formulation Combination of Virgin Coconut Oil and Candlenut Oil for Hair Growth in Male White Rats
A 1:3 ratio of virgin coconut oil to candlenut oil is best for promoting hair growth.
research Effect of Avocado and Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) on Hair Loss Treatment
Avocados and virgin coconut oil significantly reduce hair loss.