TLDR Exosomes show promise for skin and hair rejuvenation, but more research and regulation are needed before they can be widely used.
The document "Exosomes: the latest in regenerative aesthetics" discusses the emerging role of exosomes, or extracellular vesicles, in regenerative aesthetic medicine. These nano-sized vesicles, which play crucial roles in intercellular communication, are being used to target the root causes of skin aging and improve tissue homeostasis. However, there are considerations for their use, including variation in exosome purification, isolation, storage, scalability, and reproducibility. The current research literature does not provide a clear consensus on long-term use for skin rejuvenation or hair restoration, nor does it specify which patients would benefit most from this technology. The document concludes that more clinical studies with proper regulatory oversight are needed, and notes that there are currently no US FDA-approved exosome products on the market for medical indications.
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June 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show promise for skin improvement and anti-aging in facial care but face challenges like low production and lack of research.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles could help with skin healing and hair growth, but more research is needed.
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October 2021 in “Cells” Targeting a protein that blocks hair growth with microRNAs could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
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