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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
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February 1992 in “Trends in genetics” Hair follicles create different cell layers and proteins, controlled by various molecules.