This study found that while there are some ethnic differences in skin and hair follicle characteristics, these differences are unlikely to significantly affect the penetration of topical substances, suggesting other factors such as cultural habits may also play a role.
January 2009 in “The Chinese Journal of Modern Applied Pharmacy” This study concluded that QSPR models effectively predict drug skin penetration, with the Potts-Guy model showing the highest predictive accuracy for the drugs tested.
April 2008 in “Annals of General Psychiatry” This study found that social isolation in rats enhanced the effects of ethanol on certain brain steroids, increased GABAA receptor subunits, and amplified ethanol's inhibitory effects on seizures.
February 2006 in “Expert review of dermatology” This review discusses the different genetic and hormonal factors contributing to acne development and reports no new research findings; the authors highlight the complexity of its etiopathogenesis.
January 2005 in “世界胃肠病学杂志:英文版(电子版)” This study found that etoposide enhances the radiosensitivity of CT26 colorectal adenocarcinoma in BALB/c mice, significantly inhibiting tumor growth without significant toxicity.
September 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” The book is a useful reference for forensic medicine with some areas needing expansion for multicultural relevance.
June 1994 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This article discusses the growing demand and challenges in the hair transplantation industry, emphasizing the lack of formal training for physicians but reports no new clinical results.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” This study found that Convolvulus arvensis ethanolic extract may promote hair growth and reduce hair loss in albino mice with testosterone-induced baldness by increasing follicular density and the anagen/telogen ratio.
January 2023 in “Ethnobotany Research and Applications” This study characterized the anatomical and phytochemical features of Viola odorata, which may assist taxonomists in species analysis and improve regulatory processes for quality assurance.
August 2022 in “Yakugaku zasshi” In this study, pre-treatment with steam towel, l-menthol, and CA-carpronium enhanced the absorption of minoxidil nanoparticles in mice, potentially increasing therapeutic efficiency without side effects.
January 2021 in “Social Science Research Network” In this study, researchers developed and optimized ethanol-free microemulsion systems for transdermal finasteride delivery, finding that the predicted formulations closely matched their physical and chemical characteristics, potentially reducing adverse effects compared to oral administration.
April 2016 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery” This study found that finasteride ethosome formulations with specific ethanol and soya lecithin concentrations significantly enhanced transdermal drug delivery compared to a potential nanogel.
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September 2013 in “Contemporary Clinical Trials”
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June 2008 in “Biomaterials” This study found that poly(ethylene-co-vinyl alcohol) membranes support the self-assembly of dermal papilla cells into compact spheroidal microtissues capable of inducing new hair follicles, suggesting potential for large-scale production for hair follicle regeneration.
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that Asian hair contains more integral lipids than European or African hair, which may protect it better from UV-induced damage.
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March 2007 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This review discusses the historical development of hair straightening products for Afro-ethnic hair and reports no new research findings.
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics” This article discusses the lack of national credentialing for laser therapy practitioners and emphasizes the need for rigorous self-assessment and expertise, particularly when treating patients with darker skin, without presenting new research results.
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December 2013 in “Endocrinology” This study established a mouse model for Cushing's syndrome due to a specific Crh mutation, which may help explore the effects of glucocorticoid excess and evaluate treatments for corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis.
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April 2007 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” Progesterone increases alcohol tolerance and withdrawal anxiety, while DHEAS prevents them.
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November 2021 in “Biomolecules” This review compiles information on traditional uses, phytoconstituents, and biological activities of Eclipta prostrata but reports no new experimental results; the authors call for more studies to understand its pharmacological mechanisms.
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August 2016 in “Health and Quality of Life Outcomes” This study found that metformin treatment may improve health-related quality of life in ethnic Chinese women with polycystic ovary syndrome, particularly in aspects of physical health, acne, and infertility, especially for those who are overweight and have hyperandrogenism.
18 citations
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March 2014 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” This study evaluated new aqueous gel formulations of minoxidil without irritants and found that the calcium alginate gel showed the best performance in terms of drug release and skin permeation.
16 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review examines the long-standing use of "Dictamnus" in traditional medicine, highlighting the promising potential of D. albus and D. hispanicus as herbal drug candidates, but presents no new experimental findings.
13 citations
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December 2021 in “Toxics” In this study, PEGDE above 10,000 μg/mouse caused subcutaneous toxicity including ulceration in mice, but did not affect liver, spleen, or kidney tissues.
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February 2013 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” In this study, applying G. glabra root extract to female rats resulted in faster and more extensive hair growth than minoxidil or a control treatment.
7 citations
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April 2009 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Diphenyl ethers can potentially reduce excess oil production when applied on the skin, helping treat conditions like acne.
7 citations
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April 2008 in “Progrès en Urologie” 6 citations
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October 2003 in “Journal of applied polymer science” This study found that using poly(ethylene imine) as a counterion reagent improved the colorability and shampoo fastness of bleached human hair when dyed with an acid dye.
5 citations
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April 2005 in “Journal of applied polymer science” This study demonstrated that urea significantly accelerates the diffusion of poly(ethylene imine) into bleached human hair by increasing the diffusion coefficient twofold.
5 citations
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January 2003 in “Oilseeds and fats, crops and lipids/OCL. Oilseeds & fats crops and lipids” This review discusses the effects of dietary protein and its components on cholesterol, essential fatty acids, and possible health consequences, but presents no new clinical findings.