8 citations
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May 2024 in “PLoS Biology” This study on feather pattern formation in chicken skin found that inhibiting gap junctional intercellular communication can lead to the emergence of new feather buds in specific spatial patterns, suggesting that GJIC may facilitate Turing-type periodic patterning by propagating inhibitory signals over long distances.
8 citations
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December 2020 in “Scientific reports” This study examined the genetic basis for the curly hair trait in Mangalitza pigs, finding two specific genetic variants that contribute to this distinctive phenotype through autosomal dominant inheritance.
7 citations
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October 2024 in “AAPS PharmSciTech” This study developed a caffeine-loaded solid lipid nanoparticle gel, observing significant reduction in subcutaneous fat tissue thickness in histological tests compared to an untreated group, suggesting it could effectively treat cellulite as a promising nanocosmeceutical gel.
7 citations
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June 2017 in “Omics” This study developed a new proteomic method to identify and assess ancient hair proteins using only small amounts of sample, providing insights into hair protein alteration processes over time.
5 citations
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August 2025 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” This review discusses lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles for dermatological applications, outlining their structural and formulation advancements, but reports no new clinical results and calls for further research on their therapeutic potential.
4 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study developed mathematical models showing that heat penetrates individual hair quickly but takes longer to reach the center of hair bundles, helping understand potential damage from high-temperature styling tools.
3 citations
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January 2009 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” This study found that using a bicomponent reduction system with TGA and DTDG for hair straightening limited hair damage by forming only thiol groups, while a TGA-only system formed more damaging mixed disulfide groups.
3 citations
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August 1995 in “Journal of Clinical Laser Medicine & Surgery” Using a CO₂ laser for hair transplants improves the surgery and may become important in future hair restoration.
3 citations
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July 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology” This study found that a herbal gel containing fenugreek seed extract significantly promoted hair growth on mice after 30 days of topical application.
3 citations
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October 2014 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” This study found that an optimized microemulsion for minoxidil with high solubility, permeation flux, and skin deposition can be achieved with specific low and high levels of certain surfactants and co-solvents.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that bio fabricated herbal silver nanoparticles from Blumea lacera extracts demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and notable anti-inflammatory effects, though their antioxidant capacity was insignificant compared to the extract.
2 citations
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April 2010 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” This review discusses the development and role of corneodesmosin in skin and hair follicle integrity, highlighting findings from mouse models and its connection to genetic diseases, with no new experimental results included.
This study found that various reduced folates effectively penetrated an in vitro skin model, promoted cell proliferation and migration, and may enhance wound healing, suggesting potential for topical treatment in skin conditions.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This review discusses how nanotechnology can enhance the efficacy of hair care products by improving the delivery and benefits of active substances and offers insights into potential risks.
1 citations
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July 2021 in “Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin/Chemical and pharmaceutical bulletin” This study found that rubbing significantly increased skin permeation of caffeine but not rhododendrol, with the direction of rubbing playing a crucial role in caffeine's enhancement.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” This chapter reviews the hair follicle's role in drug and chemical penetration through the skin but does not present new experimental findings.
1 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Microbial & Biochemical Technology” This study found that the free androgen index (FAI) is a superior marker of hyperandrogenism in men with premature androgenetic alopecia compared to DHEAS and testosterone levels.
1 citations
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October 1984 in “Clinics in dermatology” This article discusses the psychological impact of skin imperfections and suggests establishing a Cosmetic Dermatology Service within public health systems to address these issues ethically.
1 citations
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November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews traditional and tissue-engineered treatments for skin defects and discusses advances in bioengineered skin constructs, but it presents no new experimental results.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This research reported that liposomal systems made from pig-derived skin lipids enhanced finasteride delivery to hair follicles for treating androgenetic alopecia, showing improved drug deposition, hair length, and growth compared to conventional finasteride forms in vitro.
June 2026 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” This study investigated the dynamic mechanical properties of fluid-immersed elastic hair beds under oscillatory shear flows, revealing a nonlinear response influenced by driving frequency and amplitude, which impacts mechanosensory signaling stability in biological processes like vasodilation and ciliary remodeling.
April 2026 in “BMC Biotechnology” This study found that curcumin spanlastics demonstrated greater antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer activities in the MCF-7 breast cancer cell line compared to curcumin alone or curcumin nanocrystals, also affecting several cancer-related protein markers and showing enhanced solubility and activity.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” The study developed herbal shampoo formulations using isolated phytoconstituents, such as eugenol, rutin, menthol, and camphor, which demonstrated similar antifungal efficacy to ketoconazole but with improved safety and detergency, offering a promising alternative for managing seborrheic dermatitis.
April 2026 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation” This review discusses recent advancements in nanotechnology for treating hypertrophic scarring and atopic dermatitis, highlighting the potential of nanotherapeutic platforms in enhancing therapeutic effects by modulating the skin's microenvironment.
January 2026 in “Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research” This study reported that zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized using Tridax procumbens leaf extract demonstrated significant antibacterial and anticancer activity, showing potential for applications in biomedical and pharmaceutical fields.
January 2026 in “RSC Advances” This study found that the natural polymer-based hydrogel Gel/SA@PL released growth factors in a controlled way, which enhanced tissue regeneration and minimized scarring in the healing of diabetic wounds.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a nanoemulsion containing lavender, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils was developed and shown to promote hair growth in mice at a rate comparable to 2% topical minoxidil, suggesting a promising natural alternative due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed and evaluated a topical dutasteride gel for treating male pattern baldness, finding that a formulation with 10% garlic extract showed the most promising results in promoting faster hair growth compared to other formulations tested.
October 2024 in “Internal Medicine” In this case report, a 47-year-old man experienced systemic hair loss after starting hemodialysis, which resolved after discontinuing the antipruritic drug nalfurafine, suggesting its role in causing hair follicle capillary regression.
September 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance” This review outlines the potential of nanoemulsion-based hydrogels (nanoemulgels) for enhanced topical and transdermal drug delivery in treating skin disorders, highlighting their ability to improve therapeutic efficacy, control drug release, and boost patient compliance.