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November 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses ethosomes as lipid carriers that enhance drug penetration into deep skin layers and underscores the need for advanced research on their pharmaceutical applications, but it reports no clinical outcomes.
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August 2023 in “Antioxidants” This study found that Gelidium corneum, a type of red seaweed, may serve as a promising source of bioactive compounds for skin health, showing photoprotective and healing properties in vitro and antioxidant and stability benefits in vivo when used in dermocosmetic formulations.
March 2026 in “Journal of Hunan University Natural Sciences” This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of Albizia saponaria stem bark against microorganisms causing dandruff and fungal alopecia. It found that the hexane fraction exhibited potent antifungal effects comparable to ketoconazole, highlighting its potential as a natural therapeutic for dandruff.
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January 1992 This study found that dimethicone with high molecular weight improved hair surface characteristics, while dimethicone copolyol and amodimethicone enhanced manageability by reducing friction or aiding styling on damaged hair.
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June 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses the use of ablative and nonablative fractional resurfacing for enhanced topical drug delivery in dermatology and reports no new clinical results; further studies are needed to explore these methods.