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    Therapeutic Use of Caffeine in Dermatology: A Literature Review

    Michael J. Visconti, Wasim Haidari, Steven R. Feldman
    Studysummary This review discusses the potential dermatological benefits of caffeine for hair growth, rosacea, and skin cancer, but notes significant limitations in available research.
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    Research cited in this study 8

    1. Transepidermal UV Radiation of Scalp Skin Ex Vivo Induces Hair Follicle Damage That Is Alleviated by Topical Treatment with Caffeine International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2019
    2. An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% Versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Skin Pharmacology and Physiology · 2017
    3. Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update American Journal of Clinical Dermatology · 2014
    4. Differential Effects of Caffeine on Hair Shaft Elongation, Matrix and Outer Root Sheath Keratinocyte Proliferation, and Transforming Growth Factor-β2/Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1-Mediated Regulation of the Hair Cycle in Male and Female Human Hair Follicles In Vitro British Journal of Dermatology · 2014
    5. Follicular Penetration of Topically Applied Caffeine via a Shampoo Formulation Skin Pharmacology and Physiology · 2007
    6. Effect of Caffeine and Testosterone on the Proliferation of Human Hair Follicles In Vitro International Journal of Dermatology · 2007
    7. Caffeine Improves Barrier Function in Male Skin International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2006
    8. Androgenetic Alopecia: Pathogenesis and Potential for Therapy Expert Reviews in Molecular Medicine · 2002

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