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Treatments for hair loss include estrogen therapy and special shampoos.
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research Experimental and Computational Approaches for Measuring Minoxidil Solubility in Propylene Glycol and Water Mixtures at Different Temperatures
Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol and water as temperature and propylene glycol amount increase.
research Gelatin Nanoparticles and Nanocrystals for Dermal Delivery
Improved methods create smaller, more effective gelatin nanoparticles for skin delivery, and new caffeine nanocrystals enhance absorption and effectiveness.
research Fabrication and Characterization of Dissolving Microneedles Containing Oryza Sativa L. Extract Complex for Enhancement of Transfollicular Delivery
The P25H5-O microneedles effectively deliver substances through hair follicles and are safe for skin cells.
research Synthesis and Study of Some 17a-Aza-D-Homo Steroids as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
The research found that compound 6, a newly created steroid, is more effective at inhibiting 5α-reductase (an enzyme) than current treatments, suggesting it could be a better option for treating urinary tract symptoms in men.
research Synthesis, Characterization and Evaluation of 5α, 6β-Dihalo Androsterone Derivatives as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Compound 7b is a promising candidate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.
research Degradation Of Human Hair By Papain
Papain and bisulfite break down human hair by dissolving parts of it.
research A Keratin Fiber Sheath
Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Attempted Construction of Minoxidil: Carboxylic Acid Cocrystals; 7 Salts and 1 Cocrystal Resulted
Made 8 minoxidil samples; 1 cocrystal, 7 salts formed.
research Transdermal Finasteride Delivery via Powder-Carrying Microneedles with a Diffusion Enhancer to Treat Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedles with enhancer effectively promote hair growth and increase hair density.
research Effect of Finasteride Particle Size Reduction on Its Pharmacokinetic, Tissue Distribution, and Cellular Permeation
Smaller finasteride particles increase effectiveness in treating hair loss.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hydrogel from Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis
The hydrogel with 20% Hibiscus rosa-sinensis extract was the best for potential therapeutic use.
research Therapeutic Approach to Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for hair loss include hormone modifiers, minoxidil, and hair transplant surgery.
research Bioactivities, Isolation and Purification Methods of Polysaccharides from Natural Products: A Review
Polysaccharides have many health benefits and are used in drugs, but isolating and purifying them is complex and requires careful methods.
research Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
The skin's layers protect, sense, and regulate the body's internal balance, but can be prone to cancer.
research The Lysosomal Protease Cathepsin L Is an Important Regulator of Keratinocyte and Melanocyte Differentiation During Hair Follicle Morphogenesis and Cycling
Cathepsin L is essential for normal hair growth and development.
research Potential of Nanoparticles as Permeation Enhancers and Targeted Delivery Options for Skin: Advantages and Disadvantages
Nanoparticles can improve skin drug delivery but have challenges like toxicity and stability that need more research.
research Surface Lipids as Multifunctional Mediators of Skin Responses to Environmental Stimuli
Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.
research In Vivo Immunological Toxicity in Mice of Carbon Nanotubes with Impurities
Pure carbon nanotubes are safe for mice, but impure ones cause immune issues and hair loss.
research Pharmacokinetic Studies of Minoxidil
Minoxidil quickly leaves blood, turns into urine metabolites, and has lasting blood pressure-lowering effects.
research Follicular Delivery of Spironolactone via Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for Management of Alopecia
Using nanostructured lipid carriers to deliver spironolactone could improve treatment for hair loss.
research Biomedical Applications of Layer-by-Layer Self-Assembly for Cell Encapsulation: Current Status and Future Perspectives
Layer-by-Layer self-assembly is promising for biomedical uses like tissue engineering and cell therapy, but challenges remain in material safety and process optimization.
research A Dubious Equality: Men, Women, and Cosmetic Surgery
The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
research Transcutaneous Implantation of Valproic Acid-Encapsulated Dissolving Microneedles Induces Hair Regrowth
Tiny needles with valproic acid can effectively regrow hair.
research Pathways to Inflammation: Acne Pathophysiology
Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
research A Current Review of the Cutaneous Manifestations of Renal Disease
Skin problems are very common in people with end-stage kidney disease.
research Improvement in Physicochemical Parameters of DPPC Liposomes and Increase in Skin Permeation of Aciclovir and Minoxidil by the Addition of Cationic Polymers
Cationic polymers improved liposome stability and increased skin absorption of aciclovir and minoxidil.
research Apoptosis and Cutaneous Biology
Apoptosis is crucial for healthy skin and treating skin diseases.
research Transcutol-Containing Vesicles for Topical Delivery of Minoxidil
Transcutol-containing vesicles improve minoxidil's skin penetration and hair growth promotion.