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December 2020 in “Bioengineering & translational medicine” Researchers used a laser to create advanced skin models with hair-like structures.
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February 2003 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Treat adult facial vascular anomalies with lasers, surgery, or observation, depending on the patient's specific condition.
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August 2019 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles can penetrate skin, minimize hair loss, and promote hair regrowth, showing slightly better results than a marketed product.
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