TLDR Exosomes could improve facial surgery recovery and aesthetics, but they're still experimental.
Exosomes are emerging as a promising therapeutic tool in facial plastic surgery, with preclinical studies showing their potential in modulating wound healing, skin rejuvenation, hair growth, and nerve regeneration. Early clinical evidence indicates benefits in enhancing recovery after laser resurfacing, treating acne scars, and promoting hair growth. However, no exosome products are currently FDA-approved for medical use, and they remain experimental until they receive regulatory approval and thorough clinical validation. As research progresses, exosomes could become valuable for improving patient outcomes and expanding regenerative medicine applications in facial aesthetics and reconstruction.
June 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Exosomes may improve skin, scars, hair growth, and fat grafts in plastic surgery, but more research is needed.
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August 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Exosomes from stem cells may help treat hair loss.
87 citations,
April 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” Exosomes from dermal papilla cells can help grow hair and might treat hair loss.
76 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mesenchymal stem cells show potential for skin healing and anti-aging, but more research is needed for safe use, especially regarding stem cells from induced pluripotent sources.
7 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” ADSC-derived extracellular vesicles show promise for skin and hair regeneration and wound healing.
129 citations,
July 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
December 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Exosomes from platelet-rich plasma may help heal wounds but need more research for hair growth and skin use.
April 2024 in “Biomolecules” Exosomal miRNAs from stem cells can help improve skin health and delay aging.
47 citations,
February 2021 in “Pharmacological research” Exosomes can improve skin health and offer new treatments for skin repair and rejuvenation.