This review discusses caffeine's potential role in treating androgenetic alopecia by counteracting DHT effects on hair follicles and enhancing cell proliferation, but reports no new clinical results.
42 citations
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April 2008 in “Acta materialia” This study investigated the tensile response and morphological changes of different ethnic hair types using AFM, showing variations between virgin, chemically damaged, and conditioner-treated Caucasian hair under different conditions.
11 citations
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October 2021 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” In this study, WGBP-A2 polysaccharides from Ginkgo biloba leaves promoted hair growth and altered inflammation markers in alopecia areata mice, suggesting potential therapeutic effects through modulation of inflammation pathways.
5 citations
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October 2013 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice” This review discusses various noninflammatory alopecias in horses, particularly alopecia areata, and reports no new treatment results, emphasizing the need for differential diagnosis through examination and biopsy.
November 2016 in “Therapeutic Delivery” New drugs for Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis advanced, a Zika vaccine is in development, and there were business deals in anesthesia and oncology.
18 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses primary cicatricial alopecias, a group of rare inflammatory scalp disorders resulting in permanent hair loss, and reports no new findings.
11 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of Ginseng Research/Journal of ginseng research” This review discusses the chemical composition, potential health benefits, and extraction methods of red ginseng oil, and reports no new clinical results but emphasizes safety and proposed molecular mechanisms.
9 citations
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November 2022 in “Applied sciences” This review explores marine algae-derived phenolic compounds and their potential cosmeceutical benefits, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This narrative review highlights the need for diabetes-informed approaches to aesthetic dermatology as accelerated skin aging in diabetic patients complicates the safety and effectiveness of cosmetic procedures.
April 2026 in “Applied Sciences” This review summarizes current knowledge on succinic acid's applications in cosmetics and aesthetic dermatology, highlighting its potential benefits such as inflammation modulation and collagen production, although most supporting studies are small or preliminary, indicating a need for further research to validate these uses.
May 2025 in “Afyon Kocatepe University Journal of Sciences and Engineering” The researchers monitored various pollutants in real cosmetics industry wastewater and reported high removal efficiencies for parameters like Chemical Oxygen Demand and heavy metals through coagulation-flocculation, yet suggested that more effective COD treatment alternatives are necessary to better protect the environment and human health.
March 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this review, the authors examined the potential benefits of using wood tar in dermatology and cosmetics in Sub-Saharan Africa, based on its historical application in skin care and its worldwide usage.
14 citations
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July 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that Caucasian hair experienced greater volume changes than Asian hair in various relative humidity conditions, and incorporating a peptide into climate control formulations significantly reduced hair volume, particularly in high humidity settings.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study observed that eco-friendly PALF forms a protective physical barrier on the skin, helping limit the impact of environmental pollutants and offering additional benefits for skin and hair in various cosmetic formulations.
4 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of vacuum science and technology. B, Nanotechnology & microelectronics” This study demonstrated the potential of a methodology combining ToF-SIMS and AFM to effectively analyze human hair structure and identify cosmetic residues, which can aid the cosmetic industry in product development.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This article discusses the use of scalp stretching techniques to enhance donor hair supply for hair restoration, but it reports no new clinical findings.
122 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this review, researchers discussed recent advances in nanotechnology for topical skin applications, highlighting how nanocarriers enhance skin penetration and targeting in treatments for diseases like melanoma and psoriasis, while acknowledging that the penetration mechanisms and health impacts of nanoparticles remain not fully understood.
67 citations
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June 2018 in “Engineering in Life Sciences” This review discusses advancements in plant cell culture technology for producing potent natural cosmetic ingredients and reports no new experimental results.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This review discusses various oils used in herbal cosmetics for skin and hair care applications but reports no new clinical findings.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Chemical and Biochemical Sciences” This study found that 83% of community participants use cosmetic nutritional supplements, with awareness of their appropriate use suggested to be increasing, as 73% took them after lab tests and 58% followed medical prescriptions.
January 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” This article reviews the benefits of herbal cosmetics over synthetic products, highlighting fewer side effects and improved skin and hair health, but presents no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of applied pharmaceutical science” This study investigated bacterial isolates from Xylocarpus sp. mangrove fruit and found that these symbiotic bacteria exhibit antibacterial, antifungal, and hair follicle growth properties, suggesting potential applications in the cosmetic bioindustry, particularly for treating alopecia.
November 2025 in “Advances in Education Humanities and Social Science Research” This review reports that certain chemical ingredients in cosmetics are linked to various health issues, including cancer and reproductive disorders, and highlights concerns about their safety, advising careful selection and use to mitigate potential risks to human health.
November 2025 in “Plant Science Today” This review explores the potential benefits of natural plant-based products for skin anti-aging, assessing effects on wrinkles, oxidative stress, pigmentation, and hydration, while also underscoring the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and sleep in skin health maintenance.
April 2021 in “Medical Science and Discovery” This study found that men with early androgenetic alopecia had higher levels of free testosterone, DHEAS, and LH, along with insulin resistance and higher homocysteine levels, suggesting they share risk profiles similar to PCOS in women.
December 2022 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This review discusses the use of different oils in herbal cosmetics for skin and hair treatment, noting their hydrating, calming, and hair growth-promoting effects but reports no new results.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review discusses recent patents on the cosmetic use of coffee and its by-products, highlighting their potential as promising topical formulation ingredients with skin health benefits.
3 citations
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September 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that monounsaturated oils like olive oil penetrate hair fibers effectively, whereas polyunsaturated oils typically do not penetrate beyond the cuticle.
1 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Biomedical Research & Environmental Sciences” This review explores the diverse health benefits and pharmacological properties of mushrooms, highlighting their potential use in cosmetics for antioxidant, anti-aging, and anti-hair loss effects due to their bioactive compounds.
October 2025 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” This study documented 81 plant species used traditionally in Lithuania's Šiauliai District for treating skin diseases and cosmetic purposes, highlighting the continued relevance of plant-based remedies and the market demand for natural products.