18 citations
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March 1984 in “BMJ” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia, but more research needed.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that JetPeel-assisted topical minoxidil significantly improved hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to topical minoxidil alone or no treatment.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Pharmaceutica Analytica Acta” This study found petroleum ether to be more effective than methanol at extracting β-sitosterol from Eclipta alba, with higher concentrations detected using HPTLC and HPLC methods. The extracted materials contained metals within safety limits.
April 2025 in “American Journal of Case Reports” This case report highlights that improper application techniques, such as scalp occlusion, can increase systemic absorption of minoxidil and lead to unwanted side effects like hypertrichosis.
September 2020 in “Farmacja Polska” This review discusses various applications of foam systems in drug form technology, highlighting their potential to enhance drug solubility and release modifications, but reports no new clinical results.
68 citations
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, researchers found that exposure to PM10 significantly increased inflammation and impaired collagen synthesis in human dermal fibroblasts, suggesting PM10 contributes to skin aging through these mechanisms.
2 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study reviewed reports on interactions between psychotropic drugs and natural beverages, finding that substances like grapefruit juice and St John's wort can significantly affect drug metabolism, emphasizing the need for physician-patient education on drug administration to prevent harmful interactions.
February 2026 in “Optics” This study demonstrates that polarized second harmonic generation imaging effectively monitors wool fiber stretching, revealing significant structural changes in keratin alignment that improve textile performance.
August 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This review explores the effectiveness of Murdha Tailam methods, particularly in Panchakarma treatments, for illnesses related to the head and neck, highlighting the advantage of scalp drug absorption due to anatomical features that facilitate treatment outcomes.
January 2024 in “Grail of science” This abstract highlights that while hair serves a protective role against environmental factors, its main function is aesthetic, contributing to an individual's flawless appearance when healthy and well-cared for.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, TRPV3G568V mice exhibited periodic hair loss and immune cell infiltration in the dermis, without affecting hair follicle stem cell fate, suggesting a focus on dermal immune cells for future research.
26 citations
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November 2022 in “European journal of medical research” This review discusses the potential of nanoparticles to modify angiogenesis processes for therapeutic applications and reports no new clinical results, highlighting challenges and future prospects in treating angiogenesis-related diseases.
25 citations
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March 2024 in “Sustainability” This paper discusses strategies for creating sustainable cosmetic emulsions, highlighting the use of food waste, fermentation processes, and low-energy emulsification methods to minimize carbon footprint while preserving the bioactive properties of raw materials.
5 citations
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September 2023 in “Molecules” This review examines physical methods like electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and differential scanning calorimetry, highlighting their complementary capabilities in analyzing biomolecular structures and mycobacterial interactions with reactive oxygen species and antioxidants.
2 citations
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October 2023 in “Biology” This review highlights cobalt's essential role in vitamin B12 metabolism and its biomedical applications but also warns of health risks from high levels and environmental contamination, discussing remediation methods like phytoremediation.
89 citations
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April 2015 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair improve wound healing effectively.
298 citations
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June 2019 in “Marine Drugs” This review discusses the properties and bioextraction methods of chitin and chitosans, emphasizing their potential use in eco-friendly cosmetic manufacturing and reports no new experimental findings.
86 citations
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August 2021 in “Polymers” This review discusses the potential of microneedles to enhance transdermal drug delivery by expanding the range of deliverable drugs, highlighting fabrication methods, material choices, and applications, but notes existing challenges with sustained delivery, cost-effectiveness, and large-scale production.
35 citations
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November 2024 in “Gels” This review discusses hydrogel-forming microneedles for non-invasive drug delivery in dermatology and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing their promise in improving treatment adherence and patient comfort.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This study reported that newly developed RADA16-I peptide hybrids, with active motifs like GHK and KGHK, demonstrated improved wound healing in a mouse skin injury model without cytotoxicity, suggesting they might be effective scaffolds for tissue engineering and regeneration.
12 citations
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February 2025 in “Women s Health” This paper reports that while metformin may improve fertility outcomes and reduce miscarriage rates in women with PCOS, its efficacy can differ depending on the specific treatment combination used.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study found that microwave-assisted extraction significantly increased the yield of secondary metabolites, including phenolic and flavonoid content, from Nardostachys jatamansi, enhancing its anti-Alzheimer's potential compared to conventional extraction methods.
4 citations
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January 2009 in “International journal of trichology” Minoxidil topical foam is a better, less irritating treatment for hair loss.
1 citations
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November 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This article reviews the digitization of historical issues of the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, highlighting the impact and citation durability of its 1970 publications; it reports no new clinical results.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The abstract for Roota Hair Growth describes a product combining botanical extracts with clinically-tested ingredients to target hair thinning, breakage, and scalp fatigue by blocking DHT, strengthening hair fibers, and revitalizing the scalp through a precision roll-on applicator, offering a natural alternative for healthier hair.
This article discusses the lack of effective drugs for treating graying hair and explores current therapies for age-related hair changes, emphasizing the importance of addressing general health issues and nutrient supplementation for hair health.
36 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Intralesional steroids can help regrow hair in some alopecia areata patients but have side effects.
12 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic clinics” This review outlines the diagnostic criteria for congenital and hereditary hair shaft abnormalities and emphasizes the need to understand the weathering process in assessing these disorders.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study reported that among postmenopausal women with female pattern hair loss, treatment with topical finasteride 0.5% and minoxidil 2% was more effective at improving hair condition than treatment with topical 17α-estradiol 0.05% and minoxidil 2%, particularly notable at 12-18 months of follow-up.
3 citations
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Nanocrystals improve alopecia areata treatment by better targeting hair follicles.