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Skin produces different hormones depending on body part and sex, and a new method can measure them.

Prunus mira Koehne kernels contain components like Vitamin E, β-sitosterol, and linoleic acid that can promote hair growth in mice.

The study found that minor protein differences between curved and straight Japanese hair are unlikely to significantly affect hair structure.

Researchers developed a method to identify and measure different animal hair fibers in textiles, successfully distinguishing materials like cashmere from cheaper fibers.

A molecule called α-ketobutyrate was found to extend lifespan and improve aging-related symptoms in worms and mice by activating certain cellular pathways and may help develop anti-aging treatments for humans.

Differences in skin and gut bacteria may contribute to alopecia areata.

People with palmoplantar pustulosis, especially with bone issues, have different mouth bacteria compared to healthy people.

The tincture made from nettle, sage, and horse chestnut in a 5:3:2 ratio is effective for treating telogen effluvium.

Cyproterone acetate with ethynyl estradiol significantly improved acne and seborrhea in women, but was less effective for hair loss and excessive hair growth.

Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer can cause sexual, physical, and psychological side effects, and doctors should manage these carefully.

Liposomes and niosomes can help drugs penetrate the skin better.

Lecithin organogels could be good for applying drugs to the skin because they are stable, safe, and can improve drug absorption.

Hair and wool have complex microscopic structures with microfibrils and varying cystine content.

Essential oils in cosmetics can offer benefits but may cause allergies and should be used carefully.

Zinc is crucial for growth and health in rats.

Different types of stem cells in hair follicles play unique roles in wound healing and hair growth, with some stem cells not originating from existing hair follicles but from non-hair follicle cells. WNT signaling and the Lhx2 factor are key in creating new hair follicles.

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a less invasive hair transplant method with minimal scarring, suitable for about 60% of patients, especially those needing fewer grafts and quicker recovery.

Antibiotics can reduce acne but may lead to resistant bacteria, and understanding the skin's bacteria is important for treatment.

Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.

A mother's PPARγ is crucial for preventing harmful milk that can cause inflammation and growth problems in babies.

Hair elemental analysis could be useful for health and exposure assessment but requires more standardization and research.

Lipid nanoparticles can help deliver drugs through hair follicles but struggle to penetrate deeper skin layers.

Testosterone supplements can increase muscle mass and strength in older men with low levels, but long-term effects and risks need more research.

Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.

The research found that for a typical hair density, about 11 square centimeters of donor scalp is needed to get 800 hair grafts for transplantation.

Smart biomaterials that guide tissue repair are key for future medical treatments.

The scalp's microorganisms significantly affect hair health and disease.

Different types of facial fat affect aging and treatment outcomes; more research is needed to enhance anti-aging procedures.

SCD1 is crucial for skin health and overall energy balance.

Spironolactone can reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism.