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March 2014 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” This study found that Cidea is critical for regulating lipid storage and sebum secretion in sebaceous glands, with its deficiency causing hair issues and impaired skin functions in mice.
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December 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” This study developed a nanoemulsion of garlic oil and apple cider vinegar loaded with minoxidil to enhance drug permeation through skin, reporting improved ex vivo skin permeation parameters compared to an aqueous dispersion of minoxidil, suggesting potential benefits for treating alopecia areata.
May 2026 in “Scientific Reports” This randomized clinical trial found that adjunctive apple cider vinegar supplementation significantly improved the resolution of metabolic syndrome, reduced insulin resistance, and enhanced quality of life and sexual function in women with PCOS and metabolic syndrome, compared to a placebo group.
April 2026 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this case report, researchers observed that apple cider vinegar used as a topical antimicrobial agent effectively improved skin condition and reduced lesions associated with scabiosis and malasseziosis in a 3-year-old domestic cat, with noticeable results in 7 days.
This literature review found a lack of scientific studies on whether apple cider vinegar rinses can reduce carcinogenic exposure from synthetic hair extensions, indicating a need for future research to explore this potential intervention.