Rejuvenating Senescent Hair Follicles: A Novel Conjugated Linoleic Acid Based Nanovesicle Approach to Treat Androgenic Alopecia
January 2025
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This study addresses the limitations of current androgenetic alopecia (AGA) treatments by introducing a novel approach using conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)-loaded nanovesicles (Arg-CLAVs) to rejuvenate senescent hair follicles (HFs). The research highlights the role of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in HF miniaturization and identifies CLA's anti-aging potential. Arg-CLAVs were shown to counteract DHT-induced HF aging by reducing oxidative stress, modulating signaling pathways, and enhancing the HF environment. When combined with minoxidil (MNX) in MNX@Arg-CLAVs, the formulation demonstrated improved hair growth and reduced skin irritation in AGA mice compared to commercial MNX tincture. This innovative nanoplatform offers synergistic effects with existing treatments, promoting HF anti-aging and hair regeneration.
