2 citations
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January 2017 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case study reports a 30-year-old woman with a mixed infection of white piedra and pediculosis capitis, indicating the difficulty in distinguishing between these conditions upon casual examination.
February 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study highlights that while hair oiling is an important cultural tradition in India, it may cause scalp issues for some people, suggesting a need for balanced, evidence-based dermatological advice.
January 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” This abstract mentions that while synthetic drugs like minoxidil and finasteride for androgenic alopecia have side effects, the characteristics of popular natural alternatives, such as soybean, remain largely unreported, despite consumer preference for these products.
November 2001 in “The Journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences/The journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences” This case report from the University of Alabama describes a rare paradoxical effect where divalproex sodium was associated with increased agitation and hostility in a patient with schizoaffective disorder.
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August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review discusses plant extracts for dermatological use, highlighting evidence that some can reduce edema in chronic venous insufficiency or help treat actinic keratoses, but it reports no new clinical results.
September 2026 in “Veterinary Sciences” This study found significant inconsistencies in coat color terminology for the Sicilian Mastiff, revealing greater phenotypic diversity through photography and genetic analyses than recognized in breed registry data.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” This study evaluated a natural, herbal-based powder formulation aimed at removing unwanted facial hair while promoting skin health, finding that the product was effective and well-suited for use based on physical properties and user feedback.
August 2012 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” This article has no abstract available, so it presents no findings or conclusions.
75 citations
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March 2018 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This review discusses the potential health benefits of L-Cysteine, noting increased research interest but highlighting a lack of clinical trial data for consensus on its effectiveness.
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July 2026 in “Asian Journal of Agriculture” In this study conducted under controlled laboratory conditions, warm water and shallot extract were found to significantly speed up the germination of lettuce and napa cabbage seeds compared to untreated seeds, though further testing is needed in nursery or field settings.
July 2026 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that the optimal characteristics for ulin seed oil extraction are fresh, mature, and resinous seeds, and that FTIR spectrophotometry with PCA can effectively detect adulteration of the oil, particularly at certain wavenumbers like 1745 cm⁻¹.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a polyherbal hair oil containing natural ingredients like Amla and Neem, evaluating it for properties such as pH, stability, and skin irritation, and found it showed satisfactory physical appearance, stability, and enhanced conditioning without irritation.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reported that a polyherbal hair oil formulation using natural ingredients like Amla, Neem, and hibiscus showed good stability, acceptable pH, and no skin irritation while enhancing hair conditioning properties.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research describes how herbal hair serums, containing natural components like pomegranate peel and aloe vera, can support hair health by nourishing the scalp, stimulating follicles, and enhancing hair strength and shine, aligning with growing interest in herbal and chemical-free personal care products.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews the benefits of herbal hair serums, highlighting their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties from natural ingredients like pomegranate peel and aloe vera, which nourish the scalp and promote healthy hair growth while improving hair strength and texture.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the growing use of herbal cosmetics in the personal care industry, emphasizing their skin and hair health benefits. It also underscores the need for quality control and safety assessments to ensure product effectiveness and stability.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” In this study, a newly developed polyherbal hair oil exhibited promising characteristics, including a beneficial pH and antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, with preliminary tests suggesting it supports scalp and hair health without adverse effects.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This paper reviews the traditional use of Martynia annua in Indian medicine, detailing its reported effectiveness against a variety of conditions such as inflammation, epilepsy, and infections, and highlights its diverse pharmacological properties which warrant further clinical research.
September 2021 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that older men in North America had longer infertility durations and were more likely to have partners who underwent IVF, with age impacting referral patterns and substance use behaviors.
January 2021 in “Journal of Scientific Research of the Banaras Hindu University” In this study of young adults in Angamaly, only 5% were found to have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, with dietary choices playing an important role in symptom management.
10 citations
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December 2024 in “Allergy” This study found that tralokinumab effectively reduced the severity of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis over 28 weeks in adults, with significant improvements in clinical outcomes and biological markers, although 27.4% of patients discontinued treatment due to adverse events or ineffectiveness.
94 citations
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April 2018 in “Nature Genetics” This study identified more than 100 genetic loci associated with hair color variation in Europeans, explaining a significant portion of the trait's heritability and advancing understanding of hair pigmentation.
68 citations
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January 2013 in “BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology” This study found that glibenclamide exhibited a cytostatic effect on MDA-MB-231 breast cancer cells, potentially mediated through K ATP channels, and enhanced the antiproliferative impact of doxorubicin.
24 citations
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February 2001 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This report describes scarring alopecia in two family members with scalp psoriasis, suggesting a potential genetic component to the condition.
6 citations
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August 2023 in “Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy” This study observed that an 8-session mindfulness-based cognitive therapy reduced social anxiety and improved wellbeing in some individuals with alopecia areata, though effectiveness may depend on regular mindfulness practice.
June 2026 in “Ophthalmology and Therapy” This review concluded that near-infrared and red light photobiomodulation shows potential for certain ocular conditions like age-related macular degeneration and dry eye disease, but clinical evidence is still mixed and insufficient to establish it as a standard therapy.
January 2010 in “CNR Solar (Scientific Open-access Literature Archive and Repository) (Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche)” This study found that combining metformin and clomifene citrate improved pregnancy outcomes and reduced miscarriage rates in women with PCOS and infertility undergoing intrauterine insemination.
May 2020 in “Archives of Medical Science” This study reports that androgenetic alopecia patients exhibit reduced CK15 and tropoelastin expression and increased cellular senescence markers, indicating tissue damage in affected hair follicles and surrounding structures.
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March 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This case report highlights traction alopecia in two adolescent Sikh brothers who developed scarring alopecia from wearing a turban, emphasizing the importance of early changes in hair care to prevent irreversible hair loss.
12 citations
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study suggests that the long noncoding RNA H19 helps dermal papilla cells maintain their hair follicle-inducing ability by activating the Wnt signaling pathway, potentially offering a therapeutic target for androgenetic alopecia.