January 2004 in “Analytical Sciences: X-ray Structure Analysis Online” This study reports the crystal structure of C28H32O5, revealing its monoclinic symmetry, unit-cell dimensions, and molecular conformation.
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February 2016 in “Journal of sol-gel science and technology” This study found that 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane penetrates hair fibers and improves the mechanical resistance of dry hair, addressing the needs for increased body in fine hair.
January 2011 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study found that a conditioner containing 18-MEA and SPDA can improve hair's smoothness and reduce flyaways, enhancing hair manageability.
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August 2014 in “International Journal of Women's Health” The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.
In this study, researchers successfully synthesized a rigid 3a-arylhexahydropentalene-1,6-dione from the easily accessible starting material cyclopent-2-en-1-one, highlighting a structural motif common in natural products and pharmaceuticals.
October 2017 in “Our Dermatology Online” This study reports that while DCP had similar treatment efficacy in propylene glycol and isopropanol for alopecia areata, the formulation in isopropanol was better tolerated.
This review describes deep eutectic solvents as a green alternative to toxic solvents in extracting bioactive compounds, highlighting their sustainability, production from natural ingredients, and beneficial properties for pharmaceutical applications.
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December 1972 in “Journal of Colloid and Interface Science” Ethanol spreads well on hair at low humidity but less so at higher humidity due to water condensation.
July 2018 in “Media Informasi” This study found that a 3:2 combination of pandan leaf and mother-in-law's tongue extracts in hair tonic showed similar hair growth activity as 5% minoxidil after three weeks.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that estetrol (E4) significantly prolonged the anagen phase and increased hair matrix keratinocyte proliferation in cultured human hair follicles, suggesting its potential as a treatment for female pattern hair loss.
July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review describes ethosomes as promising nanocarriers for delivering active cosmetic ingredients to the skin, potentially transforming treatments for hair loss, acne, and skin pigmentation.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated a levan-based polysaccharide, POLEVAN®, in shampoo formulations and reported that it significantly increased hair glossiness by 24%, allowed a reduction of surfactant content by up to 50% without affecting foam, and maintained scalp moisturization similar to hyaluronic acid in a clinical setting.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” In this experimental study using male rabbits, researchers found that a 7.5% concentration of green tea leaf ethanol extract hair tonic was nearly as effective in promoting hair growth as the positive control, minoxidil, over a 21-day period.
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January 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” In this mouse study, researchers found that hydrogen peroxide and monoethanolamine in hair dyes may be key contributors to dermatitis and hair loss due to oxidative stress.
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September 2013 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair and wool are promising for wound dressings and are more eco-friendly.
This study found that while parabens in haircare products were within legal limits, all samples contained dibutyl phthalate, raising concerns about chronic exposure to endocrine disruptors.
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December 2015 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Research” This study reports that a 30% ethanol extract of a plant mixture enhanced hair growth in human hair dermal papilla cells and mice, suggesting potential use in hair growth products.
March 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses therapeutic deep eutectic solvents as promising "green" solutions for enhancing drug solubility and delivery through the skin, reporting no new clinical results and highlighting future research directions.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that a new formulation using short chain esters and ethanol can selectively deliver hydrogen peroxide to hair follicles during epilation, causing follicular damage without affecting epidermal keratinocytes.
July 2023 in “Nature Reviews Chemistry” A new method strengthens hair without using harmful chemicals.
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December 2013 in “PLoS ONE” The researchers found that inhibiting soluble epoxide hydrolase, either genetically or pharmacologically, delayed the onset of chemically induced seizures related to GABA antagonism in experimental models.
March 2019 in “Reactions Weekly”
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June 1995 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that minoxidil penetration through the skin increased with higher ethanol content and occlusion, with the highest penetration observed at 90% ethanol.
August 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” In this study, researchers developed a dexpanthenol-infused nanotechnological platform within hyaluronic acid hydrogels that promoted wound healing in mice by providing a protective barrier and significantly enhancing skin regeneration, including increased fibroblast activity and tissue remodeling.
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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.
September 2019 in “Case medical research” April 2026 in “Trends in Sciences” This study found that Acanthus ebracteatus extract may promote the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells and reported that its microemulsion was stable for 12 weeks.
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October 2017 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry” This study found that compound 3, a tetrahydropyridoindole carboxymethylated at position 5, significantly inhibited sorbitol accumulation in both rat eye lenses and tissues affected by diabetes, indicating its potential as a lead compound for ALR2 inhibition.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that Ectoin, derived from halophilic bacteria, can mitigate stress-related skin damage by reducing cortisone's inhibitory effects on essential skin proteins and decreasing UVB-induced glucocorticoid activity, highlighting its potential as a preventative agent for stress-induced skin issues.
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October 2018 in “Фармацевтичний часопис” This study examined the use of emulsifiers and preservatives in soft emulsion-type drugs, suggesting that biogenic surfactants could be promising alternatives to synthetic agents that often cause side effects.