February 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and nanotechnology” Nanocarriers in gel may reduce side effects of oral hair loss treatments.
9 citations,
July 2017 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Scientists developed a new method to deliver alopecia treatment directly to hair follicles, which could be a promising treatment for hair loss and other hair diseases.
October 2024 in “Scientific Reports” OXTR agonists may promote hair growth and be effective for treating hair loss.
3 citations,
May 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” A new treatment using nanoparticles can effectively prevent and reduce hair loss caused by chemotherapy.
7 citations,
May 2019 in “Journal of the Formosan Medical Association” HSD3B1 gene variant and being overweight linked to hair loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
69 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanocapsules can improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles, reducing side effects.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Microsponges with rosemary oil significantly improve hair growth compared to regular rosemary oil and minoxidil.
The skin is a complex barrier for drug penetration, but understanding its structure and interactions can improve drug delivery methods.
February 2024 in “Pharmaceutical research” Hair follicles affect how well small molecules can pass through the skin, and this varies depending on the molecule's features.
56 citations,
January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Liposomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment, making it a promising option for topical use.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” Noni fruit extract, specifically the FEA-3 sub-fraction, can increase hair growth and reduce baldness in male rabbits, potentially acting like common hair loss treatments.
39 citations,
November 2016 in “Pharmaceutics” The hair follicle pathway significantly affects how easily water-loving chemicals pass through the skin.
5 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Nanomedicine & Nanotechnology” Nanoemulgel could be a promising new treatment for hair loss.
June 2024 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Using photoacoustic waves to deliver minoxidil improves hair growth effectively and safely.
November 2022 in “Cureus” New biomaterial treatments for baldness show promise, with options depending on patient needs.
25 citations,
December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” New methods like nanoparticles and microneedles show promise for better skin drug delivery, especially for hair disorders.
2 citations,
May 2012 in “Indian drugs” Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, works better and is more stable when delivered through specially prepared gels, leading to increased hair growth.
12 citations,
March 2012 in “ATLA. Alternatives to laboratory animals” Hair follicles significantly affect the skin absorption of some drugs.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Valproic acid microemulsions improve skin delivery compared to regular solutions.
35 citations,
June 2017 in “Pharmaceutical research” Researchers developed a model that shows hair follicles increase skin absorption of caffeine by 20%.
33 citations,
April 1990 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with better results in women.
7 citations,
March 2017 in “Medical Hypotheses” Aquaporins could be new drug targets for treating polycystic ovary syndrome.
23 citations,
February 2015 in “The American journal of pathology” Keratosis pilaris is often linked to genetic mutations and causes skin and hair abnormalities, regardless of those mutations.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” Nebivolol cream may be a promising hair loss treatment by improving blood flow and nourishing hair follicles.
109 citations,
November 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Targeting hair follicles can improve skin treatments and reduce side effects.
7 citations,
August 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” Freeze-dried dexamethasone nanoparticles in a hydrogel are stable and effective for treating alopecia areata.
86 citations,
August 2011 in “Toxicological sciences” TCDD speeds up skin barrier formation by increasing certain gene expressions.
5 citations,
January 2015 in “Case reports in medicine” A baby was diagnosed with IFAP syndrome due to a new genetic mutation, showing severe skin and developmental issues.
43 citations,
November 2012 in “Pharmaceutical research” Fractional CO2 laser treatment significantly boosts drug and nanoparticle skin absorption, especially through hair follicles.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” A 5% minoxidil spray could effectively treat male baldness with fewer side effects and better patient comfort.