January 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A compromised gut may trigger the autoimmune hair loss condition Alopecia Areata.
Linoleic acid is essential for healthy skin, and while deficiency is rare in Western societies, it can cause dry, scaly skin and hair loss.
375 citations,
June 2013 in “Biochimica et biophysica acta. Molecular cell research” Cornification is how skin cells die to form the protective outer layer of skin, hair, and nails.
16 citations,
June 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The enzyme DHHC13 is essential for healthy hair and skin, and its deficiency leads to hair loss and skin problems.
10 citations,
February 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” Smaller curcumin nanocrystals penetrate skin and hair follicles better than larger ones.
6 citations,
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Invasomes effectively deliver drugs through the skin and have potential for improved treatments.
2 citations,
December 2022 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” Skin structure complexity and variability are crucial for assessing skin toxicity in safety tests.
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September 2022 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” For sensitive scalp, treatment is personalized and may include specific medications and hydration, while avoiding stress and irritating products.
1 citations,
July 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Light affects skin health, aging, and cancer risk, and new light-based treatments and imaging are promising for skin care.
Different stem cells are key for hair growth and health, and understanding their regulation could help treat hair loss.
November 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin cells and certain hair follicle areas produce hemoglobin, which may help protect against oxidative stress like UV damage.
October 2023 in “Apollo medicine” The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
August 2023 in “Processes” Fermenting Dendrobium officinale with Lactobacillus reuteri CCFM8631 increases its skin care benefits.
April 2021 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” Women with newly diagnosed PCOS may have worse gum health than those treated for PCOS.
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February 2022 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” Wrightia tinctoria extract may promote hair growth better than minoxidil.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Two newborns with rare skin infections were successfully treated with antifungal cream.
25 citations,
November 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Sebum helps protect human skin from microbes.
2 citations,
September 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” T-regulatory cells are important for skin health and can affect hair growth and reduce skin inflammation.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” p120-catenin helps control skin inflammation by regulating cadherin levels.
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September 2020 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
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November 2020 in “International journal of biochemistry & cell biology” Keratin proteins are essential for keeping the cells in the human colon healthy and stable.
35 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” sPLA2-X is crucial for normal hair growth and follicle health.
January 2024 in “Journal of tissue engineering” Sunlight exposure damages hair follicles, but certain stem cell-derived particles can reduce this damage and help with hair regeneration.
July 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Neutrophil extracellular traps slow down hair follicle healing after injury.
426 citations,
August 2014 in “Nature Medicine” Skin stem cells interacting with their environment is crucial for maintaining and regenerating skin and hair, and understanding this can help develop new treatments for skin and hair disorders.
286 citations,
June 2012 in “Nature Immunology” Hair follicles help attract immune cells to the skin during stress.
253 citations,
December 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicles prevent NK cell attacks to avoid hair loss.
44 citations,
October 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin, usually known for sleep regulation, also has antioxidant properties that can protect skin, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin conditions, with topical application being more effective than oral use.
34 citations,
January 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Natural ingredients in cosmeceuticals are beneficial for skin and hair health with few side effects.