35 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of nanobiotechnology” This study reported that thymol-loaded nanoparticles showed promise as an antibiotic-free treatment for acne by effectively targeting the infection without disrupting healthy skin microbiota.
7 citations
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October 2011 in “BMC Cancer” This study found no evidence that HDGF expression transforms melanocytes into tumors in a mouse model, although it may play a role in cell differentiation and tumor progression.
56 citations
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September 2016 in “Pharmaceutical Research” This study found that imiquimod combined with fish oil in a bigel formulation enhanced antitumor effects and reduced inflammatory side effects in a skin cancer model.
23 citations
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January 2007 in “Archives of Andrology” This study reported that semen quality improved in three young men after discontinuing long-term finasteride use, although meiotic abnormalities persisted.
16 citations
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November 1992 in “Journal of International Medical Research” In this randomized study, ViviScal® significantly outperformed a fish extract in increasing non-vellus hair count and achieving clinical and histological improvement in young males with hereditary androgenic alopecia.
14 citations
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that mackerel-derived fermented fish oil extract and its component DHA promote hair growth by activating anagen pathways in dermal papilla cells.
6 citations
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April 2025 in “Food Bioscience” This study found that fish scale collagen peptide significantly promoted wound healing in mice, with the <1 kDa fractions enhancing collagen synthesis and reducing inflammation, suggesting potential clinical benefits.
6 citations
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December 2022 in “Cell reports” This study found that feeding mice a high-fat diet with fish oil leads to hair loss through a mechanism involving omega-3 fatty acids and TNF-α signaling, with epidermal fatty acid binding protein playing a key role.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” This study found that an acellular dermal matrix derived from tilapia skin significantly accelerated wound healing and improved tissue regeneration quality in mouse and pig models compared to a commercial porcine-derived matrix, suggesting its potential as a safe, cost-effective bioscaffold for skin repair.
1 citations
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December 2019 in “International journal of innovative technology and exploring engineering” This study aimed to develop organic oil and shampoo using fish scales and herbs to potentially improve hair strength, growth, and moisture, addressing hair issues like thinning and greying.
1 citations
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June 2016 in “FEBS open bio” This study reports that topical fish oil treatment in GsdmA3 Dfl/+ mice increased cellular proliferation and macrophages but did not affect COX-2 expression related to psoriasis-like skin changes.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of nutrition & health” This study suggests that fish oil, specifically its components EPA and DHA, play a beneficial role in promoting skin health by supporting epidermal growth and reducing proinflammatory cytokines.
In this study, three cases of young men using finasteride for five years showed altered sperm morphology and motility issues, with partial improvement observed after discontinuation.
July 2026 in “ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science” This source provides a review of patents on the use of fish collagen peptides in wound care, highlighting benefits like skin hydration, scar repair, and antiaging, while emphasizing the need for further clinical research to validate these applications.
July 2026 in “Marine Drugs” In this mouse study, researchers found that orally administered low-molecular-weight fish collagen peptides significantly improved hair regrowth by both enhancing growth-promoting pathways and reducing inhibitory mechanisms.
January 2026 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” This study documented a case of Dipylidium caninum infection in a 4-month-old female dog, effectively treated with a deworming medication, resulting in significant improvement and no worms detected after five days. Routine deworming and maintaining hygienic conditions are recommended to prevent reinfection and transmission.
December 2025 in “PubMed” This study suggests that low molecular weight fish collagen peptide may promote hair follicle growth and regeneration, improving overall hair quality in mouse models.
July 2024 in “International journal of agriculture and food sciences research.” This study found that a hair conditioner using peptides from Pneumatophorus japonicus heads improved damaged hair's structure, gloss, and smoothness more effectively than a commercial wheat protein conditioner by increasing amino acid content and interacting with hair keratin.
May 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This abstract outlines the potential benefits of fish oil, which contains omega-3 fatty acids, highlighting its use in improving skin health, promoting hair growth, and offering therapeutic effects, making it a popular ingredient in cosmetics and therapies.
This community service event in Malang, Indonesia, reported positive responses to using virgin coconut oil and fish oil as supportive therapy for treating fungal infections in cats, promoting hair regeneration, and educating pet owners.
January 2015 in “Journal of Nutrition and Health” This study found that fish oil supplementation in male Wistar albino rats helped maintain hair shaft structure and improved amino acid composition, while reducing harmful protein compounds associated with diabetes and hypercholesterolemia.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that collagen peptides from Mozambique tilapia significantly promoted hair regrowth and increased the proliferation of hair growth factors in vitro and in vivo, suggesting potential as supplements for hair loss prevention.
7 citations
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September 1999 in “PubMed” This study observed that consuming grouper fish liver caused symptoms similar to acute vitamin A intoxication, indicating its high vitamin A content as the likely cause.
October 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review discusses recent advancements in omics and gene editing technologies for studying neuropeptides and receptors in fish, but reports no new experimental findings; the authors highlight the need for further research in this area.
December 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study revealed that Patched receptors establish a Hedgehog signaling gradient in developing hair follicles, which may influence their formation and potentially offer a diagnostic tool for distinguishing Hedgehog-driven tumors.
8 citations
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January 2006 in “Pakistan Veterinary Journal” This study demonstrates that bacteria contribute to hair follicle neogenesis after skin wounding through IL-1R1 signaling in keratinocytes.
6 citations
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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems” This study found that ultrasonication pre-treatment at various power levels improved the color, protein solubility, and degree of hydrolysis of fish protein hydrolysates from mackerel side streams, and potentially reduced bitterness by decreasing hydrophobic free amino acids.
January 2026 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” This study found that a fish skin-derived acellular dermal matrix improved wound healing in diabetic rats, showing faster closure rates and enhanced tissue regeneration compared to commercial alternatives.
June 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” This study indicates that DH-AVAs, when used alongside AVAs, may serve as effective biomarkers for assessing whole grain oat intake due to their longer absorption and presence in plasma.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that mackerel fermented fish oil protected human keratinocyte cells from UVB-induced oxidative stress by scavenging free radicals and reducing cellular damage.