19 citations
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May 2008 in “Applied spectroscopy” This study found that human hair cuticle and cortex have different protein structures, with beta-sheet and disorder configurations in the cuticle and alpha-helical structures in the cortex.
2 citations
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June 2006 in “Journal of Clinical Pathology” This study found that the expression of certain biomarkers, including HER-2 and oestrogen receptor alpha, in breast skin may be influenced by the presence of breast cancer, suggesting a systemic effect.
88 citations
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June 2019 in “Cell reports” This study found that activating autophagy with specific small molecules and drugs can stimulate hair growth by initiating the anagen phase in dormant hair follicles, suggesting a potential treatment for hair loss.
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.
50 citations
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January 2008 in “International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents” This review discusses various treatment recommendations for Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome, noting the need for further trials on herbal therapies and specific indications for surgical intervention, but reports no new clinical results.
26 citations
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August 2016 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” This review discusses the impact of medical and surgical treatments for LUTS/BPH on ejaculatory function, highlighting that most treatments negatively affect it, except for some minimally invasive surgical therapies and specific medical therapies.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” This study found that, despite confirming MC1R expression and functional cAMP signalling, α-MSH treatment did not alleviate UVA-induced stress in adult dermal fibroblasts, suggesting that α-MSH-MC1R may not directly protect against UVA-induced photoaging in these cells.
August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this systematic review, researchers examined various treatments for axillary hyperpigmentation, finding that Q-switched Nd:YAG laser and intense pulsed light showed significant improvement with minimal adverse effects; desonide and Cyperus rotundus oil were also notably effective among topical treatments.
This case report details a 61-year-old man's overdose on oral minoxidil, resulting in systemic side effects like hypotension and edema, which resolved without intervention; similar symptoms were observed in 14 other patients after minoxidil ingestion.
September 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” This study found that using a microfiber towel to dry human hair better preserves hair keratin integrity and wear resistance compared to blow-drying or using a cotton towel, as indicated by stronger alpha-helix structure in FTIR analysis.
January 2015 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” BPH treatment improved with personalized medicine, new drugs, and less invasive surgeries.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This review discusses how aging affects hair follicle stem cells and their environment, contributing to hair loss, and explores strategies to promote hair regrowth, but reports no new results.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review outlines the functional anatomy, pathology, and molecular mechanisms of androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the need for multi-omics approaches to better understand this condition's biology.
March 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” This study found that topical olive oil may protect mice skin from damage caused by electromagnetic radiation, particularly when applied before exposure, by mitigating oxidative, inflammatory, and heat shock stress factors.
23 citations
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October 2021 in “Cell Stem Cell” This study found that hair shaft miniaturization in aging and genetic hypotrichosis leads to hair follicle stem cell loss through mechanical compression and apoptosis mediated by the Piezo1 channel.
18 citations
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November 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review examines the skin manifestations associated with COVID-19 but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for differential diagnoses to correlate skin symptoms with the virus.
10 citations
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May 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” In this study, subcutaneous injection of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in burned rats significantly improved wound healing by reducing inflammation, scar formation, and wound size, and restoring normal skin structures.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” This review discusses regenerative medicine approaches for treating alopecia, including mesenchymal stem cell therapies and platelet-rich plasma, but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further study.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that Acanthus ebracteatus extract and verbascoside induced dermal papilla cell proliferation and reduced inflammatory cytokine release in vitro, suggesting potential for anti-hair loss applications.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Plants” This study found that extracts from the rice variety Bue Bang 3 CMU, particularly the husk and bran, demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-androgenic properties, suggesting potential use in treating androgenetic alopecia.
6 citations
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October 2021 in “Brain Sciences” This study reported that dutasteride, identified through a drug repurposing strategy, showed the potential to reduce neuroinflammation and cognitive impairment in LPS-stimulated models.
5 citations
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October 2022 in “Cosmetics” This article reviews in-vitro and cell-free methods for assessing the efficacy of herbal ingredients in cosmetic formulations for skin health and hair growth, but it reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that RE-ORGA, a preparation from Korean herbs, may help alleviate androgenic alopecia by promoting human dermal papilla cell proliferation, reducing 5α-reductase enzyme levels, and displaying anti-inflammatory properties, suggesting potential regulation of androgen receptor sensitivity.
June 2026 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” In this study, a botanical extract and minoxidil showed similar effects in vitro by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines and 5α-reductase expression while increasing growth factors VEGF and KGF in human keratinocyte cells, suggesting potential for further in vivo research.
This study found that supercritical fluid extraction of germinated perilla seed significantly promoted hair follicle cell proliferation and gene expression related to hair growth, suggesting its potential as a natural treatment for hair loss.
This review highlights that recent advancements in diagnostics and therapies, including AI-enhanced imaging, biomarker analysis, and novel treatments like low-dose oral minoxidil and JAK inhibitors, are improving the precision and customization of hair loss management.
August 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study reported that peanut callus extract, rich in resveratrol, significantly stimulated hair growth and reduced hair loss in an in vitro model and a clinical trial, showing promise as a cosmetic bioactive ingredient.
April 2024 in “Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology” The authors report that a 62-year-old woman with invasive conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma experienced complete remission two years after combining cemiplimab, retinoic acid, and IFNα-2b treatments, highlighting potential utility despite limited availability of IFNα-2b.
April 2022 in “Molecules” This study identified two potent 5α-reductase inhibitors from Tectona grandis leaves, and suggests that ethanol is a preferable solvent for extracting these compounds, which are potential ingredients for hair loss treatments.
36 citations
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August 2022 in “Molecular Therapy — Nucleic Acids” This review discusses various gene therapy and non-viral delivery methods to promote angiogenesis for chronic wound healing, but it reports no new clinical results.