research Matriptase Expression and Zymogen Activation in Human Pilosebaceous Unit
Matriptase is highly active in hair follicles and sebaceous glands, especially during hair growth phases.
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720-750 / 1000+ resultsresearch Uterine Transplantation in Transgender Women
Uterine transplants for transgender women are feasible but need more research.
research Straight to the Point: What Do We Know So Far on Hair Straightening?
Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
research Expression Analysis of the Type I Keratin Protein Keratin 33A in Goat Coat Hair
Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
research Stimulation of Hair Growth Effect by Fermented Ginsenosides Using Levilactobacillus Brevis THK-D437
Fermented ginsenosides from kimchi bacteria may promote hair growth better than finasteride.
research Lipid Signaling in Keratinocytes: Lipin-1 Plays a Part
Lipin-1 is important for skin cell differentiation and skin barrier function.
research A Connection Between the Mitochondrial Permeability Transition Pore, Autophagy, and Cerebral Amyloidogenesis
Dutasteride may help reduce brain plaque linked to Alzheimer's by affecting cell energy structures and waste removal.
research Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle
Two specific hair keratin genes are active during hair growth and decline as hair transitions to rest.
research Self-Assembled Chitosan Nanoparticles for Percutaneous Delivery of Caffeine: Preparation, Characterization, and In Vitro Release Studies
Chitosan nanoparticles are promising for sustained caffeine delivery through the skin.
research Early-Age-Dependent Selective Decrease of Differentiation Potential of Hair-Follicle-Associated Pluripotent Stem Cells to Beating Cardiac-Muscle Cells
Younger mice's hair-follicle stem cells are better at turning into heart cells than older mice's.
research Chitosan Microparticles for Sustaining the Topical Delivery of Minoxidil Sulphate
Chitosan microparticles improve minoxidil sulphate delivery, potentially reducing daily applications.
research A Review on Steroidal 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.
research Effects of the Anti-Androgen Finasteride on 5-Alpha-Reductase Activity in Human Gingival Fibroblasts in Response to Minocycline
Finasteride helps treat hair loss by blocking enzyme activity.
research The Acne Hormones
Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
research Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.
research Management of Mineral Supplementation Programs for Cow-Calf Operations
Proper mineral supplementation in cow-calf operations prevents health issues and economic losses.
research Desmoglein 4 Is Regulated by Transcription Factors Implicated in Hair Shaft Differentiation
Desmoglein 4 is controlled by specific proteins that affect hair growth.
research Electron Microscope Studies of Hair and Wool
Hair and wool have complex microscopic structures with microfibrils and varying cystine content.
research Human Type 3 5α-Reductase Is Expressed in Peripheral Tissues at Higher Levels Than Types 1 and 2 and Its Activity Is Potently Inhibited by Finasteride and Dutasteride
Type 3 5α-reductase is more common and finasteride and dutasteride strongly inhibit it.
research A Case Report on the Use of Ayurveda in the Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia
Ayurvedic medicine helped increase a young woman's hemoglobin levels and improved her anemia symptoms.
research Evolution of Hard Proteins in the Sauropsid Integument in Relation to the Cornification of Skin Derivatives in Amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Noyes-Whitney Dissolution Model-Based pH-Sensitive Slow Release of Paclitaxel from Human Hair-Derived Keratin Microparticle Carriers
Human hair-derived particles can effectively carry and release the cancer drug Paclitaxel in a pH-sensitive manner, potentially targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy ones.
research Hydrogel Crosslinking Modulates Macrophages, Fibroblasts, And Their Communication During Wound Healing
Softer hydrogels help wounds heal better with less scarring.
research Facts and Ideas from Anywhere
Global oil use will rise, US corn-to-ethanol policy is flawed, and various social and economic issues need attention.
research Herbal Shampoo for Treatment of Anti-Dandruff
Herbal shampoos with Neem and Tulsi might be safer and more effective for controlling dandruff.
research IL-33 Contributes to the Pathological Changes of Hair Follicles in Psoriasis: A Potential Target for Psoriatic Alopecia
IL-33 is linked to hair follicle damage in psoriasis and could be a treatment target for hair loss in this condition.
research A Fast and Simple FIA-Chemiluminescence Method for the Evaluation of Roselle Flowers as Scavengers of Free Radicals Generated by UV-Irradiated Antibiotics
Roselle flower extracts can protect against free radical damage in UV-irradiated antibiotics.
research Structure and Function of the Skin
The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
research Xenobiotic-Metabolizing Enzymes in the Skin of Rat, Mouse, Pig, Guinea Pig, Man, and in Human Skin Models
Different species and human skin models vary in their skin enzyme activities, with pig skin and some models closely matching human skin, useful for safety assessments and understanding the skin's protective roles.
research Advances in the Chemical Structure of the Hair Surface, Surface Forces and Interactions
Understanding hair surface properties is key for effective hair care products.