39 citations
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September 2016 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” This review explores how colloidal drug delivery systems can enhance the stability, absorption, and bioavailability of phytochemicals, potentially rediscovering ancient compounds' therapeutic benefits and overcoming limitations like poor solubility and bioavailability.
26 citations
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January 2024 in “Gels” This review highlights advancements in nanoemulgel platforms for topical and transdermal drug delivery, noting their improved safety and efficacy over conventional treatments in in vitro and in vivo studies, specifically for conditions like skin diseases and inflammatory issues.
25 citations
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June 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that using an electrical microneedling device enhanced the penetration of liposomal melanin-fluorescein into hair structures and widened the follicular infundibulum in ex vivo human skin models.
17 citations
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June 2021 in “Molecules” This review summarizes the promising role of melatonin combined with nanosized carriers in drug delivery, suggesting enhanced effectiveness in treating various diseases compared to free melatonin.
October 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” This review highlights the potential of microneedle technology in traditional Chinese medicine as a promising transdermal delivery system for skin diseases, showcasing improved efficacy and reduced side effects of TCM ingredients while discussing the challenges of its clinical application.
January 2025 in “Biomaterials Research” This study developed a novel zinc-releasing hydrogel, Zn-Gel, which promoted wound healing by controlling zinc ion release and demonstrated excellent compatibility and efficacy in enhancing cell proliferation, blood vessel formation, and tissue regeneration in vitro and in vivo settings.
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This review suggests that combining nanotechnology with herbal components in hair cosmetics may improve the delivery and effectiveness of treatments for issues like damage, dandruff, and hair loss.
In an experimental study on mice, researchers found that transferosome formulations containing either red clover extract or caffeine significantly increased hair growth after three weeks, with effects comparable to minoxidil, but their combination did not enhance efficacy.
6 citations
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June 2025 in “Nano Biomedicine and Engineering” This source reports on advances in stimulus-responsive nanoparticle-based PROTACs (nano-PROTACs), which aim to overcome existing challenges like poor cell permeability and systemic off-target effects by enabling controlled protein degradation through endogenous or exogenous stimuli, potentially enhancing therapeutic efficacy and reducing toxicity.
111 citations
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March 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” This review discusses the potential use of liposomal formulations to enhance the effectiveness of cosmeceutical delivery through the skin barrier, with no new clinical results reported.
14 citations
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article discusses the benefits of liposomes in cosmetic formulations, including enhanced hydration and protection for dry skin, but reports no new experimental findings.
151 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This review discusses various nanoparticles and nanoemulsions being investigated for transdermal drug delivery and reports no clinical results; it highlights potential applications in treating alopecia, wound healing, psoriasis, and melanoma.
44 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of Cellular Physiology” This study found that using 3D dermal papilla spheroid models enhances extracellular matrix production and hair follicle marker expression, providing insights into hair follicle biology and potential for drug screening.
37 citations
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December 2020 in “Molecules” This study reported that a newly formulated Curcumin-loaded proniosome, named F5, exhibited enhanced antiviral efficacy, stability, and safety when compared to Curcumin alone, and improved the therapeutic performance of Acyclovir by reducing its effective dose against Herpes simplex virus.
26 citations
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August 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review aims to systematically evaluate the various types of antimicrobial wound dressings and current research on antimicrobial agents, providing insights for innovative treatments of infected wounds, due to the lack of comprehensive studies on their efficacy in promoting wound healing.
26 citations
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September 2018 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” This study reported that a novel liposomal formulation, SP-bFGF-SF-LIP, enhanced bFGF stability and skin permeability, significantly improving hair follicle recovery and wound healing in a mouse model.
24 citations
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October 2022 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” This review discusses the pharmacological actions of mangiferin and the potential of delivery carriers to overcome its limitations, but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This study found that adapalene-loaded nanospheres in a hyaluronic acid gel enhanced skin penetration and were nonirritant, making them potentially suitable for treating acne on oily skin.
15 citations
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October 2012 in “InTech eBooks” Niosomes are a promising and effective way to deliver drugs through the skin.
12 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study found that a new hydrogel formulation of basic fibroblast growth factor showed promise in promoting hair regrowth and reducing inflammation in testosterone-treated mice.
10 citations
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December 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This study reviewed the challenges of delivering nucleic acids for gene therapy, highlighting the limitations of non-viral vehicles and exploring bioinspired strategies using cell membrane camouflage for improved delivery efficacy.
10 citations
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in transdermal drug delivery” This review discusses the potential of follicular drug delivery systems to target the pilosebaceous unit and reports no new research findings.
8 citations
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January 2024 in “Current Research in Food Science” This study found that using composite alginate hydrogels containing Aloe vera, CMC, and tragacanth can improve the encapsulation efficiency and protect pumpkin seed protein hydrolysates from degradation during simulated gastrointestinal digestion, potentially increasing their applicability as functional food components.
8 citations
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This article reviews recent developments in microneedles combining metallic elements and herbal compounds for wound healing, highlighting their benefits such as enhanced therapeutic efficacy and reduced toxicity, and offering a reference for future advancements in this technology.
6 citations
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August 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the evolution of platelet concentrates in regenerative medicine, highlighting a proposed function-driven classification that distinguishes three generations of PCs by biological activity rather than development order, with third-generation exosome-based therapies showing superior therapeutic efficacy over earlier formulations.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This review highlights the potential of nanotechnology-based formulations in hair care and treatment, emphasizing how these innovative materials can enhance the stability, efficacy, and safety of active compounds while addressing the limitations of conventional formulations.
3 citations
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June 2025 in “Biomedical Reports” This review highlights that nanotechnology shows promise in improving cervical cancer treatment by specifically targeting cancer cells, potentially enhancing treatment efficacy and reducing side effects compared to conventional therapies.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Foods” In this study, researchers developed microcapsules and effervescent tablets containing policosanol from insect wax, achieving high encapsulation efficiency and rapid water dispersion, effectively addressing the challenges of solubility and psychological acceptance in consuming insect-based lipids.
2 citations
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November 2021 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study found that a phytosome lotion made from Mangkokan leaf extract, using a green solvent and microwave-assisted extraction, demonstrated greater hair growth activity than 2% minoxidil, with the 30% phytosome lotion showing the highest efficacy in increasing hair length, weight, and diameter.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “Molecules” This review highlights the potential of ellagic acid for treating various skin conditions due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and depigmenting properties, but notes that novel formulations are needed to overcome its poor solubility and skin permeability to enhance clinical efficacy.