DGAT1 Modulates Hair Cycling and Is Essential for Retinoid Homeostasis in the Skin

    June 2007
    Michelle Shih
    Studysummary This study found that the enzyme encoded by Dgat1 acts as a retinol acyltransferase in murine epidermis, protecting against retinoid toxicity and alopecia by preventing retinol accumulation.
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