17 citations,
May 2011 in “Gene Therapy” Using polyethylenimine-DNA to deliver the hTERT gene can stimulate hair growth and may be useful in treating hair loss, but there could be potential cancer risks.
16 citations,
March 2019 in “Experimental dermatology” Injury changes how hair follicle stem cells behave, depending on the hair growth stage.
16 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
16 citations,
September 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” Two-photon microscopy effectively tracks live stem cell activity in mouse skin with minimal harm and clear images.
15 citations,
January 2018 in “Biomedical Reports” Exosomes are important for skin health and could help diagnose and treat skin diseases.
15 citations,
March 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Local injections of nanosized rhEPO can speed up skin healing and improve quality after deep second-degree burns.
12 citations,
March 2018 in “Bioengineering” The document concludes that products like PRP and PRF show promise for tissue healing, but evidence of their effectiveness is inconsistent.
10 citations,
January 2022 in “Scholars international journal of anatomy and physiology” Aloe Vera gel helps heal skin, treats skin conditions, and can stimulate hair growth due to its various healing properties.
10 citations,
January 2010 in “Veterinary pathology” A new mutation in the hairless gene causes hair loss and skin wrinkling in mice.
9 citations,
March 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Foxp3+ Regulatory T Cells are important for immunity and tolerance, affect hair growth and wound healing, and their dysfunction can contribute to obesity-related diseases and other health issues.
9 citations,
September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.
8 citations,
April 2019 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” The new SIS-PEG sponge is a promising material for skin regeneration and hair growth.
8 citations,
October 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” MR antagonists may improve skin health and wound healing, especially in aging.
6 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” The dressing generates hydrogen sulfide to help heal wounds faster by reducing inflammation and promoting cell growth.
6 citations,
October 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Low-level laser therapy using near-infrared light may help heart conditions and promote healing by releasing nitric oxide.
6 citations,
June 2017 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Transplanting hair follicles into chronic ulcers helps them heal better.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Transfusion Medicine and Hemotherapy” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has potential benefits in plastic surgery, especially for skin grafts, wound healing, hair loss, mild Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and TMJ disorders, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
4 citations,
January 2015 in “Endocrinology & metabolic syndrome” Testosterone can cause acne and male-pattern baldness, affects hair growth in men and women, and makes male skin more sensitive.
2 citations,
May 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Sebaceous glands can heal and regenerate after injury using their own stem cells and help from hair follicle cells.
2 citations,
March 2014 in “Turkderm” Mesotherapy and platelet-rich plasma treatments may help with hair loss, but their safety and effectiveness are still uncertain.
2 citations,
October 2010 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” External treatments can change hair growth patterns in nude mice.
1 citations,
March 2024 in “Science” Vitamin A helps skin stem cells decide their function, aiding in hair growth and wound repair.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology” Henna has potential health benefits and can treat various conditions, but more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.
1 citations,
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Aging reduces skin stem cell function, leading to changes like hair loss and slower wound healing.
1 citations,
December 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Double trichophytic closure effectively treats thin scalp scars and reduces patient costs.
1 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that the skin is a complex organ providing protection, sensation, and healing, with challenges in treating conditions like itchiness.
1 citations,
September 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The meeting highlighted major advances in skin research, including new findings on skin microbes, genetic links to skin diseases, and improved treatments for various conditions.
1 citations,
August 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The authors agree that standardizing how PRP methods are reported could help compare results, but note that the link between PRP's contents and hair growth is unclear, and recommend avoiding split-scalp designs in future trials.
November 2024 in “Journal of Scientific Agriculture” Silk proteins are great for cosmetics because they protect and improve skin and hair while being eco-friendly.
PRP is promising for skin, hair, and wound treatments but needs standardized methods and more research.