Investigation of pH effect on cationic solute binding to keratin and partition to hair

ConclusionIt appears that solute binding to hair keratin is driven first by hydrophobic interaction and then by electrostatic interaction. The fitted thermodynamic parameters suggested that hydrophobic interaction dominates for the binding of the three cationic solutes to keratin. That binding of cationic solutes to keratin correlates with the partition of the solutes to hair could provide theoretical guidance for further developing mathematical models of hair partition and penetration properties.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: International Journal of Cosmetic Science - Category: Dermatology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research