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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that the ALAVAX complex, containing 5-ALA and GHK peptide, may increase hair count in male pattern hair loss patients over 6 months without adverse events.
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January 1959 in “Canadian Journal of Chemistry” This study identified the same N-terminal and C-terminal amino acids in human and horse hair as previously found in wool and feather keratin.
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April 2017 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that B6.CD80CD86−/− mice developed autoimmune-like alopecia with nearly 100% incidence by 40 weeks, making them a promising model for studying human alopecia areata.
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October 2007 in “PubMed” This study discusses the effects of incorporating various amino acids in hair care products, noting improvements in hair surface properties and color retention when integrated with conditioners.
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February 2025 in “Molecular Medicine” In this study, ALA-PDT significantly reduced lipogenesis in an acne-like model by upregulating OLR1 and suppressing lipid accumulation, highlighting a potential therapeutic target.
4 citations
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October 2003 in “PubMed” This study in a rat model found that dietary rehabilitation with a high protein diet reversed symptoms of kwashiorkor, suggesting a role for free radicals in its development.
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May 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy may not work for erythroplasia of Queyrat and could lead to invasive squamous cell carcinoma.
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January 2013 in “Egyptian Liver Journal” In this study, researchers found a significant prevalence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in Egyptian women with polycystic ovary syndrome, with insulin resistance being a key predictive factor.
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March 2002 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” This study analyzed clinical manifestations of dermatomyositis in 18 patients, reporting common symptoms such as skin rash, proximal muscle weakness, and elevated serum markers, with treatment typically involving prednisolone and hydroxychloroquine.
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May 2023 in “Current Nutrition Reports” This review summarizes various nutritional approaches and supplements, such as the Mediterranean and ketogenic diets and probiotics, as potential strategies to improve polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms, reporting no new clinical results.
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August 2021 in “Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy” In this study, 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy did not improve hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia but was safe and slightly reduced scalp sebum secretion.
2 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology” In this study, yellow Chinese chive extract was observed to protect against acetaminophen-induced liver toxicity in mice by enhancing antioxidant pathways and reducing liver injury markers.
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September 2025 in “Journal of Zhejiang University SCIENCE B” This abstract outlines the current understanding of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC), identifying it as the second most common non-melanoma skin cancer with risk factors like UV exposure and immunosuppression. It highlights cSCC's potential to metastasize and become fatal, affecting 2%-5% of in situ cases.
1 citations
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August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This narrative review suggests that nutraceutical insulin-sensitizing agents like myo-inositol, alpha-lipoic acid, and vitamins may improve glycemic control and reduce inflammation in insulin resistance-related skin disorders; however, more robust long-term trials are needed to confirm these findings and establish treatment regimens.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a therapy-resistant folliculitis decalvans patient who showed nearly complete response with increased hair density after treatment with CO2 laser-assisted photodynamic therapy.
This source reviews various alternative therapies for vitiligo, such as khellin, 5-fluorouracil, Ginkgo biloba, and more, noting that further research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
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October 2012 in “Medical Hypotheses” The conclusion suggests that treatments targeting root causes of chronic diseases may be developed by focusing on gene expression and lifestyle factors.
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January 2007 in “Side effects of drugs annual” This chapter reviews dermatological treatments, noting that botulinum toxin A is associated with a higher occurrence of focal weakness compared to controls, and reports on adverse effects of finasteride and PUVA therapy.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Life” This review systematically analyzed evidence on treatment options for erosive pustular dermatosis, finding that while potent topical steroids like clobetasol propionate can be effective, recurrence is common, and more robust studies are necessary for stronger recommendations.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that using Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Serum 2.0 with TriHex Technology for 12 weeks significantly improved facial skin hydration, elasticity, and overall quality in individuals with moderate to severe skin aging, with histological evidence showing new collagen and elastin fibers.
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January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This review discusses various treatment options for Alopecia Areata, focusing on both medical and psychological approaches, and reports no new clinical results.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This research proposes to investigate the incidence of skin diseases in dogs from North-eastern India linked to deficiencies in alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids, as these essential fatty acids have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory benefits potentially aiding inflammatory skin disease therapy.
January 2024 in “SAGE Open Medical Case Reports” This case study reports that combining surgery and photodynamic therapy effectively treated a 19-year-old male with perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, proving especially beneficial for patients unresponsive to traditional treatments.
June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, mice fed various high-fat diets showed changes in dermal white adipose tissue lipid composition, with decreases in essential omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for skin health.
May 2024 in “Journal of Advanced Research” In this study, researchers found that the interaction between dermal papilla and endothelial cells decreases with age, affecting signaling pathways that promote hair regeneration and angiogenesis in mouse models.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study used a new multimolecular spectral method to uncover structural differences in hair keratin from individuals with androgenetic alopecia compared to healthy individuals, identifying potential biomarkers and providing insights for developing new treatments.
April 2025 in “Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice” This study found that a lotion containing an alpha lipoic acid derivative increased hair diameter in chemotherapy patients with gastric or colorectal cancer, while those not using the lotion had more pronounced hair loss, suggesting potential benefits in managing chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
May 2024 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” This study, conducted on 17 dogs with hyperadrenocorticism in Germany, concluded that while common symptoms like polyuria and polydipsia were observed in all cases, clinical signs and blood parameters did not significantly correlate with diagnostic test results for the condition.
December 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that AP-2α and AP-2β transcription factors are crucial for maintaining adult skin homeostasis, with their inactivation in keratinocytes leading to impaired differentiation, hair abnormalities, and inflammation, highlighting their key regulatory roles.