This source reviews advancements in microneedle-based cosmeceutical delivery, discussing new technologies and highlighting a burgeoning area of research involving microneedling combined with stem cell delivery for anti-aging, without finding measurable changes in skin barrier function or appearance during the study period.
August 2015 in “MOJ proteomics & bioinformatics” This study suggests that epithelial-derived pop-up keratinocytes (ePUKs) may improve regenerative medicine applications due to their specific phenotype and increased expression of proteins involved in regulating cellular movement and wound healing.
January 2012 in “Vitamins & trace elements” This study observed that smokers and alcohol consumers with androgenetic alopecia had significantly lower serum levels of antioxidant vitamins, and these habits may trigger earlier onset of alopecia in susceptible individuals.
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March 2017 in “Journal of inclusion phenomena and macrocyclic chemistry” This study found that using 2-hydroxypropyl-ß-cyclodextrin (HP-ß-CD) to encapsulate minoxidil can create a stable aqueous solution, potentially replacing the need for organic solvents in topical treatments for androgenic alopecia.
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April 2010 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study found that using monoolein cubic phase nanoparticles with an entrapped hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextrin/minoxidil complex increased minoxidil skin permeation, but minoxidil retention in the skin was higher with a traditional solution.
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November 2017 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This research investigated aqueous alginate-based hydrogels for delivering minoxidil and reported that using hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HP-β-CD) with molar substitution 0.65 significantly enhanced minoxidil's solubility and skin permeability without damaging the epidermis, suggesting potential as an alternative to commercial minoxidil solutions.
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March 2017 in “Scientific reports” This study investigated the role of NLRP3 inflammasomes in alopecia areata and found that outer root sheath cells may contribute to inflammation by increasing IL-1β and HMGB1 secretion when stimulated with double-stranded RNA.
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March 2018 in “The American journal of case reports” This study highlights the phenotypic variability in 5 patients with Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome carrying the c.436delC mutation, suggesting a broader range of clinical presentations than previously recognized.
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August 2017 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” This study found that newborn mouse skin organoids can robustly grow hair in vivo, while adult organoids require specific interventions to restore their hair-forming ability.
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April 2024 in “Metabolites” In this study, researchers found that male and female APCHi mice exposed to ionizing radiation showed near-normal lipid and metabolite levels, suggesting activated protein C may offer some protective effects against radiation-induced damage affecting organ systems.
October 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications” This study investigated improving Finasteride's water solubility using trimethyl-β-cyclodextrin (TM-β-CD) and β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) as carriers, finding that β-CD improved Fin's cumulative release, while TM-β-CD enhanced its solubility, with computational data supporting these outcomes.
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October 2023 in “Molecules” In laboratory and artificial skin model experiments, this study found that plant-derived PDRN from Korean ginseng effectively promoted skin cell regeneration and strengthened the skin barrier, suggesting a sustainable alternative to animal-derived PDRN.
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June 2006 in “Brain Research” Allopregnanolone likely doesn't influence ethanol's rewarding effects in these mice.
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January 2007 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” This study identified four genetic loci on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 that may contribute to susceptibility for alopecia areata and suggested shared genetic factors with psoriasis.
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August 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This meta-analysis suggests that stem cell therapy may reduce burn wound area and improve healing-related factors in preclinical models, indicating potential for future clinical studies on burn treatment.
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February 2025 in “Cell Systems” This study developed a genetic toolbox to engineer Cutibacterium acnes for dermal applications, successfully creating a strain that secretes antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress in a UV stress model.
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March 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that FGF21 suppresses inflammation induced by C. acnes in both human skin cells and mouse models, suggesting potential use in acne treatment.
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August 2024 in “Heliyon” This study reports that hair follicle neural crest stem cells in mice can be differentiated into melanocytes, potentially aiding repigmentation in vitiligo-affected areas.
January 2018 in “International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports” This case study reports that a 6-year-old girl with pediculosis capitis experienced scalp pruritus, pustules, crusting, excoriation, and cicatricial alopecia but showed a good clinical response to permethrin and antibiotics, with no lice detected afterward.
December 2025 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” This study demonstrated that an aloe polysaccharide-collagen wound dressing improved wound healing by enhancing angiogenesis and reducing inflammation in vivo.
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September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review explores the connection between oxidative stress and polycystic ovary syndrome, discussing potential mechanisms and the possible role of antioxidants; it reports no new clinical results.
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July 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study investigated autophagy activator ICP5249 and found it promotes hair growth by enhancing cell proliferation and autophagy-related markers in human dermal papilla cells and hair follicles, with AMPKα playing a regulatory role, suggesting its potential as a hair growth ingredient.
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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.
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December 2022 in “BMC Plant Biology” This study suggests that the floral secretions of Brasiliorchis schunkeana may attract Diptera as potential pollinators, but field observations are needed to confirm this pollination syndrome.
This study reported that topical calcipotriol led to complete scalp hair regrowth in three patients with alopecia totalis, with no relapse observed for 6 months post-treatment.
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September 1997 in “Molecular carcinogenesis” This study found that mirex and TPA promote papilloma formation in CD-1 mouse skin through distinct populations of mutant Ha-ras cells, resulting in additive tumor yields.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the biologically active compounds in Maxillariinae orchids, highlighting 62 semiochemicals with medical potential, but reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2016 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” This study found that arachidonic acid may promote hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell function and stimulating the anagen phase in C57BL/6 mice.
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January 2011 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Among reproductive-aged women in Iran, this study found that the prevalence of PCOS varied significantly depending on the diagnostic criteria used, with estimates ranging from 7.1% to 14.6%.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, intradermal injections of QR678 were found to significantly reduce hair fall in men with androgenetic alopecia over 6 months, with superior improvements in hair density and thickness compared to PRP.