January 1996 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Dermatologists should know about cosmetic science and aesthetics because patients care about skin appearance and health.
August 2026 in “Molecules” The review explores the advancements in cosmetic science, focusing on molecular targets like telomerase, sirtuins, matrix metalloproteinases, and tyrosinase, which are crucial in skin aging, pigmentation, inflammation, and tissue regeneration. It highlights the potential of both natural and synthetic compounds to modulate these targets, aiding in anti-aging and depigmenting strategies. The shift to human tyrosinase assays has improved the development of selective inhibitors like thiamidol. The review also discusses the roles of HDAC and sirtuin modulators, emphasizing the need for efficacy proof under cosmetic conditions. It underscores the importance of understanding molecular mechanisms to enhance the efficacy and safety of cosmetic products, with a focus on developing more effective anti-aging solutions. Additionally, it addresses the challenges in studying human tyrosinase and the potential of molecular-targeted compounds in cosmetics, advocating for further research on safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance.
July 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This article reviews how biopolymers are utilized in cosmetics, highlighting their biodegradable and non-toxic properties, recent structural developments, novel applications, and safety considerations in the formulation of skin, hair, and oral care products.
September 2026 in “Cureus” In this narrative review, the authors discuss regenerative substances like platelet-rich fibrin and mesenchymal stem cells in biological aesthetics, noting that while these methods show promise for regeneration, their safety, effectiveness, and durability remain uncertain due to limited and heterogeneous evidence.
August 2025 in “Biomolecules” This review discusses the potential topical benefits of cannabidiol in dermatology and cosmetics, highlighting its diverse effects and therapeutic roles but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review suggests that natural herbal hair gels may effectively promote hair health and provide desirable cosmetic performance, emphasizing their multifunctional potential and alignment with consumer preferences for sustainable products.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review examined natural hair gels, incorporating an experimental polyherbal gel, and reported that these formulations possess multifunctional benefits for hair health, while also highlighting the importance of product safety and potential for innovative delivery systems.
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May 2019 in “Preprints.org” This review discusses the physicochemical and biological properties of chitin and chitosans, their bioextraction methods, and their applications in advanced cosmetics and biomedical products, but reports no new clinical results.
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June 2019 in “Marine Drugs” This review discusses the properties and bioextraction methods of chitin and chitosans, emphasizing their potential use in eco-friendly cosmetic manufacturing and reports no new experimental findings.
June 2026 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)” This infographic compares the safety profiles of SH‑1, a cosmetic ingredient, which showed no systemic absorption, and PP405, an investigational drug with dose-dependent systemic uptake and potential threshold breaches, highlighting differences in safety between cosmetic and investigational substances according to this report.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article explores the pathophysiology of alopecia and reviews various treatment options, including allopathic, homeopathic, naturopathic, cosmeceutical, and ayurvedic approaches, in light of the increasing interest in hair health and the rise in alopecia cases. Results are not reported.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article explores the various causes of alopecia and provides an overview of treatments such as allopathic, homeopathic, naturopathic, cosmeceutical, and ayurvedic methods, emphasizing recent advancements in addressing hair loss.
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January 2007 in “Human biology” This study proposes a new, objective method to classify human hair into eight categories based on specific shape measurements, rather than traditional ethnicity-based classifications.
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November 2003 in “Humana Press eBooks” This article discusses the use of atomic force microscopy for examining human hair surfaces in dermatology, cosmetics, and forensic science, but presents no new research findings.
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January 2005 in “Wear” In this study, the researchers measured and discussed the friction and wear properties of various hair types against synthetic skin and other hair, finding variations based on factors like ethnicity, hair condition, and environmental conditions.
September 2022 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This study introduced a Density-Calibrated Airtouch Protocol (DCAP) that suggests customizing the Airtouch hair coloring technique based on client hair density to optimize color blend, pigment longevity, and hair health.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study analyzed how professional hairstyling practices cause thermal damage to human hair, focusing on heat exposure and product use, and proposed a protocol for minimizing damage with heat protection strategies and optimal temperature recommendations.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study analyzed how professional hairstyling practices, such as excessive heat and product use, cause thermal damage to hair, and it proposed a protocol that includes heat protection strategies and optimal temperature ranges to minimize this damage for hairstylists.
June 2015 in “Biomedical and biopharmaceutical research” This article reviews EU cosmetic product claim regulations and highlights increased harmonization and enforcement while reporting no new results.
January 1997 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews research on the usefulness of cosmetics for skin and hair, covering physiological, physicochemical, and psychological effects, but reports no new research findings.
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February 2004 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This book provides a comprehensive guide to cosmetic dermatology, emphasizing practical applications of skin care in cosmetic and surgical practices, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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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.
June 2018 in “International journal of trend in scientific research and development” This review discusses the formulations, mechanisms, and physiological aspects of hair cosmetics and types, but reports no new results, suggesting a foundation for future hair research.
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February 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study concluded that dermatology has made the most significant contributions to noninvasive and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, while other specialties have also provided important literature in this field.
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August 1996 in “Forensic Science International” In this study, bleaching and perming were found to significantly reduce opiate concentrations in both spiked and naturally opiate-positive human hair samples.
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July 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cosmetics enhance beauty, fix defects, and intimidate enemies, with varying cultural standards and alternative methods.
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September 2015 in “Therapeutic Delivery” This review discusses the application of active transdermal technologies in cosmetic devices for skin restoration and enhancement, reporting no new clinical results.
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March 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review explores the detrimental effects of sunlight on the skin’s circadian rhythm and photodamage, noting the potential of natural cosmeceuticals to influence this rhythm, but reports no new results.
January 1997 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the development and types of hair and nails as skin appendages and reports no new research findings.
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February 2011 in “Journal of Controlled Release” This study found that medium-sized particles (643 and 646 nm) penetrated deeper into porcine hair follicles in vitro than smaller or larger particles, suggesting size-selective targeting within follicular sites.