April 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” This study observed that the herbal extract WJWE promoted hair growth and protected hair follicle cells in a DHT-induced murine model of androgenetic alopecia, potentially by engaging the SIRT1/JNK/p38 MAPK and Wnt5A/β-Catenin signaling pathways.
December 2025 in “Molecules” This study found that the 15-PGDH inhibitor DPP improved endothelial function in hair-related cells exposed to DHT by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing angiogenic capacity.
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March 2021 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” This study established an efficient short-term culture system for human hair follicle stem cells using human fibronectin and ROCK inhibitor Y-27632, enhancing cell proliferation and stemness for potential applications in hair follicle tissue engineering.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that topical cilostazol promotes hair growth, enhances hair follicle activities, and may serve as a potential treatment for alopecia.
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June 2020 in “Processes” This study suggests that the emulsion extract of brevilin A from Centipeda minima may stimulate hair regrowth in individuals with mild to moderate vertex balding by inhibiting JAK3.