July 2020 in “Pharmaceutical Research” This article discusses methods to enhance finasteride delivery to scalp skin using heat and chemical penetration enhancers and reports no new experimental findings.
12 citations
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May 2024 in “Chemosphere” 196 citations
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December 2017 in “Phytotherapy Research” This review discusses the bioactive phytochemical and biological activities of Psoralea corylifolia, emphasizing its potential therapeutic uses, and reports no new clinical results; the authors call for further clinical trials.
33 citations
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April 2003 in “Oncogene” 26 citations
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May 2011 in “Tissue Engineering Part A” This study found that mouse embryoid bodies adhered quickly and differentiated efficiently into cardiomyocytes on negatively charged poly(sodium p-styrene sulfonate) hydrogels, similar to their behavior on gelatin-coated polystyrene.
21 citations
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November 2021 in “Biomolecules” This review compiles information on traditional uses, phytoconstituents, and biological activities of Eclipta prostrata but reports no new experimental results; the authors call for more studies to understand its pharmacological mechanisms.
13 citations
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March 2020 in “Spectrochimica Acta Part A Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy” This study used infrared spectroscopic imaging and scanning electron microscopy to reveal that alopecic hair has more irregular laminated structures and differing chemical profiles than normal hair, suggesting changes related to alopecia progression.
July 2026 in “Materials Today Bio” This review examines the design and applications of DNA hydrogels in regenerative medicine, discussing their potential for tissue repair in areas like bone and skin, and their role in tumor therapy, while providing insights into their molecular design and construction strategies.
December 2025 in “JURNAL PIJAR MIPA” This study explored the Belanger tradition, a Sasak hair-cleansing ritual using natural ingredients, and concluded that it combines cultural heritage with sustainable practices and scientifically supported benefits.
January 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that glycated proteins in untreated scalp hair may serve as a non-invasive marker for blood glucose control, but its applicability is limited by factors like cosmetic treatments and sample collection challenges.
January 2018 in “ScholarWorks @UVM (University of Vermont)” This study provides evidence supporting the theory that the presence of selenocysteine in proteins, such as thioredoxin reductase, may confer chemical reversibility, which contributes to their oxidative resistance and potential catalytic functions.
521 citations
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January 1954 in “Physiological Reviews” Hair growth is cyclic and influenced mainly by local factors.
203 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This article reviews the structure and chemistry of hair across ethnicities and how these factors affect hair properties and treatment responses, but reports no new research findings.
172 citations
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November 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses the cutaneous side effects of various chemotherapeutic agents but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the importance of dermatologists recognizing drug-induced skin reactions to better patient care.
170 citations
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January 2010 in “animal” This review discusses the biology of hair follicles across various species and their role in fiber quality, but reports no new experimental findings.
156 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of controlled release” This review summarizes current knowledge on tight junctions in mammalian skin and their role in drug delivery and interaction with other barrier components, but reports no new experimental results.
125 citations
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February 2007 in “The EMBO Journal” Fgfr2b helps maintain healthy skin and prevent cancer.
88 citations
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April 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found a high prevalence of central hair loss among African American women and associated it with diabetes mellitus type 2, bacterial scalp infections, and hairstyles causing traction.
79 citations
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January 1999 in “Dermatologic surgery” This review discusses various dermatologic treatments for periorbital skin rejuvenation but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of patient selection and aging severity in choosing appropriate therapies.
76 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses the dermatologic features of PCOS as potential early indicators of the syndrome and notes that treatment of these conditions may enhance quality of life and psychological well-being, but it reports no new clinical results.
75 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the evolution and ongoing debate about the causes of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in African American women, without presenting new clinical findings.
64 citations
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December 1982 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article reviews various office treatments for common cosmetic issues but does not report any new clinical findings, focusing instead on discussing techniques like dermabrasion and chemical peels.
60 citations
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April 2018 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This review discusses the causes and diagnosis of traction alopecia, emphasizing education for high-risk populations as there is currently no cure, and presents no new clinical findings.
59 citations
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November 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review considers oxidative stress effects on hair aging and emphasizes the need for dermatologists to recognize and treat factors affecting scalp and hair health, but it provides no new clinical findings.
57 citations
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September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reported that chemical relaxants and hair styling practices were associated with scarring hair loss, particularly among women with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecias.
55 citations
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March 2007 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This review discusses the historical development of hair straightening products for Afro-ethnic hair and reports no new research findings.
55 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses the complexities of treating hair and scalp disorders in African American patients, emphasizing the importance of understanding their specific hair care practices and the unique impact on quality of life, but reports no new empirical findings.
53 citations
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” This study reviews the biology and cosmetic treatment of hair, emphasizing future advancements in safer, more effective procedures to meet consumer needs for hair care.
42 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics” This study demonstrates that spatially resolved IR and Raman imaging can effectively reveal the molecular structure and composition of untreated human hair, providing insights into its chemistry and structural integrity.
42 citations
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April 2008 in “Acta materialia” This study investigated the tensile response and morphological changes of different ethnic hair types using AFM, showing variations between virgin, chemically damaged, and conditioner-treated Caucasian hair under different conditions.