Transcutaneous Implantation of Valproic Acid-Encapsulated Dissolving Microneedles Induces Hair Regrowth

    March 2018 in “ Biomaterials ”
    Shayan Fakhraei Lahiji, Seol Hwa Seo, S. Kim … Hyungil Jung
    Studysummary This study found that in vivo, a novel microneedle system for valproic acid delivery may improve hair regrowth efficacy by upregulating hair follicle development pathways more effectively than topical application.
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