October 2017 in “Doctoral thesis, UCL (University College London).” Lipid-based nanoparticles are effective for applying hair growth treatments to the skin.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” FUE hair transplants have improved to give more natural results with less scarring and pain.
April 2017 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation” Indole-based compounds improved ovarian health in rats with PCOS, with L-Tryptophan and Tryptophol being most effective.
March 2016 in “The Korean Society of Beauty and Art” MSG-based hair hardener improves hair thickness, strength, and wave retention after perms.
Hair restoration techniques have improved based on scientific evidence.
January 2014 in “Cosmoderma” The document concludes that personalized treatment plans for hair loss in Asian men are necessary and more research is needed to develop effective guidelines.
January 1983 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Autologous cell-based therapy using dermal sheath cup cells may help treat pattern hair loss, especially in women.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The MDhair app accurately assesses hair loss severity with 94% accuracy.
February 2023 in “European Journal of Medical Research” Certain existing drugs, like glycopyrronium and botulinum toxin type A, may help treat excessive sweating.
July 2021 in “Journal of reports in pharmaceutical sciences” The 2% minoxidil nanosuspension is as effective as the commercial product but safer and easier to use.
October 2020 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Topical finasteride with EGCG or TA improves drug release and dermal uptake, potentially treating hair loss effectively.
April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” New 5% minoxidil solution improves scalp hydration, reduces redness, and may be safer for sensitive users.
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February 2010 in “Materials” Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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February 2013 in “Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology” Polymeric nanoparticles show promise for treating skin diseases.
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November 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
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May 2009 in “Plant physiology” Researchers found 19 genes important for root hair growth in a plant called Arabidopsis.
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August 2016 in “Advances in wound care” New effective scar treatments are urgently needed due to the current options' limited success.
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October 2014 in “Autoimmunity reviews” Alopecia areata is caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles.
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January 2015 in “Artificial Intelligence in Medicine” DrugNet effectively identifies new uses for existing drugs and may save resources in drug development.
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May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
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July 2014 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Alopecia areata can cause unpredictable hair loss, and treatments like corticosteroids and minoxidil may help but have varying side effects.
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January 2022 in “Theranostics” Advanced nanocarrier and microneedle drug delivery methods are more effective, safer, and less invasive for treating skin diseases.
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March 2022 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” About 43% of people in Europe have had a skin condition in the past year, with fungal infections, acne, and eczema being the most common.
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May 2014 in “Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution” The research found how GPCR Class A Rhodopsin receptors are related and suggested possible substances they interact with.
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June 2001 in “European journal of cardiovascular prevention & rehabilitation” Early balding linked to higher heart disease risk.