March 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications” In this study, researchers developed a carboxylated β-cyclodextrin formulation to enhance finasteride's physicochemical properties, achieving an encapsulation efficiency of about 85% and indicating potential for controlled drug release in therapeutic applications. Their findings suggest this inclusion complex could improve delivery of hydrophobic drugs like finasteride.
March 2024 in “BMC women's health” This study found that free testosterone levels were 29% higher with the levonorgestrel implant than with the DMPA injection, which may impact sexual function, mood, and side effects like acne.
November 2023 in “Biology” This study investigated 130 patients and found a significant inverse correlation between copper content and the copper/zinc ratio in hair samples and the extent of coronary artery disease, while zinc content alone showed no significant relationship with disease extent.
November 2025 in “Quality in Sport” This review found that hydrolyzed collagen supplementation, particularly marine collagen, improves skin hydration, elasticity, and density while strengthening hair and nails, especially when paired with vitamin C and trace elements; however, more studies are necessary to evaluate long-term efficacy across different sources and demographics.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study suggests that abnormal levels of zinc, copper, and iron in serum or hair may serve as auxiliary and prognostic tests for various skin diseases, though further research is necessary due to conflicting data.
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May 2018 in “EMBO journal” This review discusses the regulation of the MiT-TFE family transcription factors, particularly TFEB, through phosphorylation-mediated subcellular localization and reports no new clinical results.
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May 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article reviews treatment options for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, including skin-directed therapies and aggressive treatments for advanced cases, but reports no new clinical results.
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June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This review discusses the prognosis and treatment options for hair shaft disorders, finding no studies but suggesting some disorders improve with specific treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while gentle hair care remains essential.
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April 2021 in “Advanced synthesis & catalysis” This study reports that the dye peri-xanthenoxanthene (PXX) can act as an efficient photocatalyst for various radical reactions, including complex dual catalytic processes and the synthesis of an investigational drug intermediate.
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September 2012 in “Chinese science bulletin/Chinese Science Bulletin” This study found that variations in mineral content of hair, such as increased Zr in asthma and respiratory infections, may be linked to different illnesses, suggesting potential diagnostic use.
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January 2004 in “Exogenous dermatology” This review discusses the impact of various external factors like cosmetics, traction, and radiation on hair health and color, but reports no new findings.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reported that in a mouse tail wound model, the synthetic dual inhibitor corin accelerated wound closure by enhancing re-epithelialization, and further in vitro experiments demonstrated increased expression of genes promoting keratinocyte migration, suggesting its potential as a treatment for chronic wounds.
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October 1996 in “JAMA” This case report discusses a 17-year-old student's contraceptive use and pregnancy history without providing new research findings.
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January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This article discusses how nutritional and environmental factors, along with antioxidant supplementation, may improve hair growth by mitigating the effects of androgens and reports no new clinical results.
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June 2022 in “Zagazig Veterinary Journal/Zagazig Veterinary Journal (Online)” This study found that mange was the most common cause of alopecia in dogs, with cases being more prevalent during the summer and among dogs less than one year old.
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November 2019 in “Damanhour Journal of Veterinary Sciences” This study observed that mixed breed cows with alopecia, ill-thrift, and infertility had significant decreases in serum copper, zinc, calcium, inorganic phosphorus, and magnesium, alongside signs of anemia.
1 citations
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January 1985 in “IRIS UNIMORE (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)”
August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study investigates differences in nutritional status, vitamin, and mineral levels between individuals with telogen effluvium and a control group, aiming to understand the nutritional factors involved in this condition.
January 2017 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” This review discusses how nutritional and lifestyle modifications, including antioxidant use, may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss without the need for Finasteride, but provides no new clinical findings.
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December 1998 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This review examines recent approvals and emerging treatments for androgenetic alopecia, discussing newly approved drugs like Propecia and Rogaine Extra Strength 5%, but without presenting new clinical results.
December 2022 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology and therapies” In this study, the addition of a topical gel containing growth-factor mimicking oligopeptides and other ingredients showed improved efficacy in subjects with androgenic alopecia using minoxidil or finasteride compared to drug treatment alone.
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July 2007 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article reviews the use of medical tattooing for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes across various fields, but reports no new clinical results.
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October 1981 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that in patients who underwent jejuno-ileal bypass for morbid obesity, dapsone was effective in treating inflammatory skin lesions and joint symptoms when other antibiotics failed.
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December 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review discusses medication-induced gray hair repigmentation, highlighting that certain anti-inflammatory drugs and melanogenesis stimulators can cause diffuse repigmentation, though evidence remains low-quality and these medications are not currently indicated for this purpose.
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December 2016 in “Frontiers in Psychology” In this study, researchers used computer-generated models to demonstrate that subtle changes in hair diameter, density, and style significantly affect perceptions of age, health, and attractiveness.
8 citations
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July 2020 in “Applied Sciences” This review discusses the strengths and weaknesses of existing studies on complex dietary supplements for hair loss, emphasizing the need for valid measurement methods like TrichoScale® to quantify effectiveness; it reports no new results.
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April 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses evidence-based complementary strategies for enhancing hair regrowth after post-COVID-19 telogen effluvium and reports no new clinical results.
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November 2022 in “Diagnostics” This case report identifies a 32-year-old woman with undiagnosed PHPT-1a who exhibited complete pseudo-anodontia and persistent patchy alopecia areata, suggesting these may be new nonclassical features of a GNAS pathogenic variant.
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February 2022 in “Biological Trace Element Research” In this animal study, applying a combination of inositol-stabilized arginine silicate complex and magnesium biotinate promoted hair growth but not nail growth.
August 2025 in “International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research” This review highlights the important role of the vitamin B complex in enhancing tissue repair, reducing inflammation, and improving surgical outcomes in plastic and reconstructive procedures by supporting cellular processes such as mitochondrial efficiency, neurotransmitter biosynthesis, and wound healing pathways.