5 citations,
September 2018 in “International journal of genomics” Genetic mutations that disrupt homocysteine breakdown lead to increased damage in mouse hair keratin.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Maxillariinae orchids contain 62 compounds with potential health benefits, including treating skin conditions and diseases like cancer and diabetes.
April 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The new cocrystal KET-PABA is a more effective and safe anti-inflammatory treatment for skin conditions in mice.
20 citations,
January 2021 in “GeroScience” Spermidine helps protect against aging by preserving telomere length.
June 2014 in “Journal of biomedical research” Sargassum fusiforme extracts help promote hair growth.
66 citations,
October 2002 in “Human molecular genetics online/Human molecular genetics” A gene mutation in mice causes skin defects and early death.
13 citations,
June 2005 in “PubMed” Green tea compounds significantly increased hair regrowth in some mice.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study explores the efficacy of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) extract in promoting hair growth and scalp health by inhibiting 5α-reductase isoform 2 (5αR2), a key enzyme involved in hair loss. Using an in vitro model with murine fibroblast BALB/3T3 cells pre-treated with testosterone, the researchers found that G. lucidum significantly inhibited 5αR2 expression, with effects comparable to known botanicals like Serenoa repens, Ajuga reptans, and the pharmaceutical finasteride. These findings suggest that G. lucidum could be effective in treating hair loss, though further in vivo studies are needed to confirm these results.
June 1998 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Medical treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy can harm sperm production, so freezing sperm before treatment is important for men who want children later.