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Glossarywool

natural fiber from sheep's fleece, rich in keratin

Wool is a natural fiber obtained from the fleece of sheep and other animals, such as goats and alpacas. It is composed primarily of keratin, a protein that also makes up human hair, and is known for its crimped texture, which provides excellent insulation and elasticity. Wool is widely used in textiles for its warmth, durability, and moisture-wicking properties.

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research Fundamental Studies on the Interaction Between Moisture and Textiles. Part X. Moisture Sorption Properties of Wool and Hair Fibers

9 citations, January 1989 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi”

Wool and hair fibers absorb moisture similarly due to their keratin structure, with the amount of non-crystalline areas affecting the moisture uptake.

research The Morphological Basis of Vicuña Wool: Skin and Gland Structure in Vicugna Vicugna (Molina 1782)

4 citations, March 2016 in “Small ruminant research”

Vicuña wool's quality is due to a high density of fine secondary hair follicles, and their skin glands may be used for communication.

Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Applied to the Identification and Quantification of Animal Hair Fibers in Textile Products

research Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Applied to the Identification and Quantification of Animal Hair Fibers in Textile Products

January 2020

Researchers developed a method to identify and measure different animal hair fibers in textiles, successfully distinguishing materials like cashmere from cheaper fibers.

research Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Degradation and Conservation of Archaeological Hair Fibers

May 2009

Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.

research Changes of Curvature with Regain of Set Wool and Hair Fibers

7 citations, October 1963 in “Textile Research Journal”

Merino wool fibers change shape with moisture, while human hair shape stays the same.

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community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?

in Chat 8 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Ru58841 ruined my life. Here’s why.

in Product 129 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

community Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts, 9 months on fin and oral minoxidil, should I switch to dut?

in Satire 1886 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about someone's hair transplant progress after 9 months on finasteride and oral minoxidil, considering switching to dutasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include hair transplant, finasteride, oral minoxidil, and a potential switch to dutasteride.

community Oral min 2.5mg daily 2 month update 🦍

in Satire 826 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss. Some users noticed increased hair density, while others experienced unwanted hair growth in different areas of the body.

community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 250 upvotes 3 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

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