August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Patients often experience long-lasting changes to their hair after stem cell transplants.
November 2024 in “Fermentation” Fermented ginsenosides from kimchi bacteria may promote hair growth better than finasteride.
1 citations,
July 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Splitting one hair follicle into two can help regrow hair with a 50% to 70% success rate, useful when donor hair is limited.
41 citations,
March 1998 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” The enzyme that changes testosterone to a stronger form is mostly found in the part of the hair follicle called the dermal papilla.
27 citations,
November 2007 in “Genomics” Mutations in specific keratin genes cause improper hair structure in mice due to faulty keratin protein assembly.
11 citations,
November 2021 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Gut microbes significantly affect brain steroid levels.
2 citations,
February 2015 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” Transplanting a mix of specific skin cells can significantly improve the repair of damaged hair follicles.
9 citations,
January 2015 in “Laboratory Animal Research” Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts combined may effectively promote hair growth.
The skin is a complex barrier for drug penetration, but understanding its structure and interactions can improve drug delivery methods.
32 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Skin reactions from cancer treatments might predict how well the treatments work.
June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Researchers discovered potential origins and new treatments for skin cancer, including biomarkers for melanoma and therapies that reduce tumor growth.
1 citations,
November 2015 in “Cochrane library” 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
15 citations,
February 2015 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” P-cadherin is important for hair growth and health, and its problems can cause hair and skin disorders.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “Curēus” Topical spironolactone may help treat ocular graft-versus-host disease with minimal side effects.
45 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” Chitosan microparticles improve minoxidil sulphate delivery, potentially reducing daily applications.
17 citations,
August 2011 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.
22 citations,
October 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Altered retinoid metabolism in cicatricial alopecia suggests a balanced vitamin A diet may prevent the condition.
88 citations,
February 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Minoxidil helps hair growth by activating the β-catenin pathway.
August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Skin may help in getting rid of excess iron through the process of skin cell renewal.
August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study found that tight junctions reach the top layer of the skin's stratum granulosum, not just the second top layer as previously thought.
January 2022 in “Tissue & Cell” Using both platelet-rich plasma and minoxidil together gives the best results for hair growth in male rats with hair loss.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Butyrate helps hair grow longer, improves hair cell health, increases pigment production, and boosts hair's natural defenses.
3 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
2 citations,
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Each group of hair follicles on the scalp shares one muscle that helps control hair movement.
3 citations,
April 2011 in “Microscopy research and technique” Teratoma hair is similar to scalp hair but has a rougher surface and lower adhesive force.
135 citations,
October 1997 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Trichohyalin is modified by enzymes to form strong structures in hair cells.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections effectively treat hair loss and thinning in both men and women, with high satisfaction and no major side effects.
April 2011 in “ISRN Dermatology (Print)” The wigs made from human hair and polypropylene were mostly well-tolerated and durable in rabbits, suggesting they could be a new option for people with extensive hair loss.
11 citations,
November 1998 in “Journal of dermatological science” Knocking out certain genes in mice helps understand skin and hair growth problems.
July 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Non-drug therapies show promise for hair regrowth but need more research.