Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
5 citations,
December 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hedgehog signaling in certain cells is crucial for hair growth during wound healing.
488 citations,
July 2021 in “Cell” Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
8 citations,
February 2017 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Mollusc egg extract helps skin and hair cells grow and heal.
3 citations,
February 2015 in “Mechanisms of development” Hormones and stretching both needed for nipple area skin growth in mice.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hedgehog signaling in skin cells is crucial for hair growth and skin healing, but needs to be balanced to avoid harmful effects like scarring and cancer.
August 2024 in “Cell Death and Disease” Activating TLR9 helps heal wounds and regrow hair by using specific immune cells.
5 citations,
February 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different immune cells like platelets, mast cells, neutrophils, macrophages, T cells, B cells, and innate lymphoid cells all play roles in skin wound healing, but more research is needed due to inconsistent results and the complex nature of the immune response.
January 2024 in “Journal of tissue engineering” Sunlight exposure damages hair follicles, but certain stem cell-derived particles can reduce this damage and help with hair regeneration.
58 citations,
January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology” Platelet-rich plasma, which carries growth factors, could be a promising treatment for non-scarring hair loss, promoting hair growth and density with no major side effects.
5 citations,
July 2022 in “Orphanet journal of rare diseases” RSPO1 mutations in certain patients lead to skin cells that don't develop properly and are more likely to become invasive, increasing the risk of skin cancer.
4 citations,
October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Thy-1 protein helps improve blood flow and wound healing in the skin.
February 2023 in “Journal of Advanced Research” A new method using Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) in a microneedle can promote hair regrowth more efficiently and is painless, minimally invasive, and affordable.
39 citations,
May 2015 in “Advanced drug delivery reviews” MicroRNAs could improve skin tissue engineering by regulating cells and changing the skin's bioactive environment.
22 citations,
March 2021 in “Materials Today Bio” Scaffold-based strategies show promise for regenerating hair follicles and teeth but need more research for clinical use.
9 citations,
August 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Kangfuxin (KFX) extract speeds up wound healing and improves skin regeneration.
2 citations,
December 2023 in “Advanced science” Glycosaminoglycans help heal wounds but aren't yet ready for clinical use.
May 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Platelet-derived products help regenerate tissue and are used in various skin and hair treatments.
February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Type 3 Innate Lymphoid Cells help maintain skin health and balance, and are involved in skin diseases and healing.
3 citations,
October 2023 in “Military Medical Research/Military medical research” Regulatory T cells help heal skin and grow hair, and their absence can lead to healing issues and hair loss.
August 2024 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Decursin shows promise for treating cancer, neuroprotection, inflammation, and hair loss.
67 citations,
May 2014 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Using your own skin cells can help repair aging skin and promote hair growth.
62 citations,
July 2022 in “Science Immunology” TREM2 macrophages and unsaturated lipids contribute to acne inflammation.
37 citations,
November 2017 in “Medical Sciences” Melanoma's complexity requires personalized treatments due to key genetic mutations and tumor-initiating cells.
35 citations,
December 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mast cells likely promote skin scarring and fibrosis, but their exact role is still unclear.
22 citations,
July 2016 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Genetic changes in mice help understand skin and hair disorders, aiding treatment development for acne and hair loss.
16 citations,
February 2022 in “Science Advances” Follistatin and LIN28B together improve the ability of inner ear cells in mice to regenerate into hearing cells.
9 citations,
April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Unconventional lymphocytes are important for quick immune responses and healing of skin and mucosal barriers.
2 citations,
November 2023 in “Biomolecules” WNT signaling is crucial for skin development and healing.
2 citations,
June 2022 in “Cosmoderma” Regenerative medicine shows promise for improving hair and skin but needs more research for standard use.