August 2021 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” This study found that using natural polyphenol cross-linkers like tannic acid and green tea extract during perm treatments improved perming efficiency, wave maintenance, and hair protection compared to a control group.
July 2021 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” This review discusses the potential of phytochemicals from plants as alternative treatments for prostate cancer, highlighting their possible benefits over current 5-alpha-Reductase inhibitors, but reports no new findings.
June 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” This source summarizes current and potential phytocosmetics for hair care, noting their fewer side effects compared to synthetic agents, but emphasizes the need for research on their development to align with consumer preferences.
February 2020 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” This study developed a multipurpose herbal hair emulgel incorporating aloe vera, tea extract, coconut oil, and castor oil, aimed at promoting hair growth and controlling dandruff, hair fall, and greying. Evaluation found the product to be stable.
December 2019 in “Reproduction Fertility and Development” This study found that mouse embryonic fibroblasts better supported the growth and maintenance of LGR5+ epidermal stem cells compared to porcine fetal fibroblasts, under various culture conditions.
This study found that certain dietary changes, such as a low glycemic load diet for men and specific supplements for women, may improve acne, while chocolate, whey proteins, and dairy products are linked to worsened symptoms in both genders.
April 2019 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” This study observed that grey patch is the most common variant of tinea capitis in northeastern India, with T. violaceum being the predominant fungal isolate.
February 2019 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” In this study, continuous use of chemical hair relaxers and curlers was associated with adverse effects such as hair fall, thinning, and scalp irritation in patients with telogen effluvium.
This study reviewed existing literature and found that green tea may have potential as a treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, demonstrating hair growth stimulation and fewer adverse reactions compared to minoxidil, despite being used in smaller concentrations.
April 2017 in “The FASEB journal” This study suggests that selenium deprivation in mice accelerates age-related degeneration but paradoxically promotes longevity, potentially decoupling healthspan from lifespan.
January 2017 in “PRISM (University of Calgary)” This study identifies unique gene expression patterns in specialized fibroblasts within adult hair follicles, which advances understanding of their role in tissue regeneration.
November 2016 in “Zoo biology” This study observed that increasing dietary vitamin C in capybaras significantly improved their skin, coat, and weight, though other nutrients might also have contributed to their improved condition.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, Mpzl3-/- mice developed severe seborrhea-like dermatitis with skin inflammation, indicating MPZL3's role in the skin condition's development, independent of adaptive immunity.
December 2015 in “아시안뷰티화장품학술지” This review discusses the various biological activities of Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) and its potential uses in cosmetics, food, and medicine, without reporting new clinical findings.
April 2015 in “The FASEB Journal” This study suggests that selenium deficiency accelerates aging-related health deterioration in mice with short telomeres, providing a model for exploring selenium’s role in human aging.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This review discusses natural and botanical products examined for treating alopecia and reports no clinical results; the authors note growing research interest in these treatments.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Hair damage shows as fragility, dullness, and discoloration, varies by ethnicity, and is worsened by cosmetic procedures and diseases.
December 2014 in “Sociedad (University of Buenos Aires)” This study highlights three cases of liver toxicity linked to the use of the green tea catechin-containing supplement Inneov masa capilar® and underscores the need for careful monitoring of such products.
April 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This article reviews the skin and hair changes associated with menopause due to hormonal shifts and reports no new clinical results.
January 2014 in “Shijie zhongxiyi jiehe zazhi” This study observed that treating alopecia seborrhoeica with bushen shengfa formula and finasteride was more effective and improved associated symptoms better than using liuwei dihuang wan and finasteride.
This review discusses potential cosmeceutical treatments for hair loss, including ingredients like procyanidins and isoflavones, but does not present new clinical outcomes; the authors highlight the promise of further research.
This study provides detailed taxonomic and pharmacognostic analyses to authenticate and standardize seven herbal medicines, aiding in their differentiation from common adulterants for improved identification and classification.
August 2011 in “동의생리병리학회지 = Journal of physiology & pathology in Korean Medicine” In this study, treatment with Green tea was found to significantly increase cholesterol and triglyceride levels in sebocyte cells in a dose-dependent manner.
January 2010 in “Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica” This research reports that the ultra-high sulfur keratin promoter acts as a tissue-specific promoter in mouse hair follicles, as shown by induced expression of GFP and β-gal in that region post-transfection.
November 2009 in “Universiti Putra Malaysia Institutional Repository (Universiti Putra Malaysia)” This invention describes a composition made from seaweed and plant extracts purposed for enhancing hair growth and preventing baldness, but reports no clinical findings.
In a study on mice, the addition of 100 µM zinc to green papaya extract significantly improved wound healing and hair regrowth compared to other treatments, without causing inflammation.
January 2005 in “한방재활의학과학회지” In this study, the most common types of alopecia observed in patients visiting an oriental medicine clinic were androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and telogen effluvium.
February 2004 in “Oncology Times” This presentation by Dr. Shutsung Liao suggests that a treatment approach involving cyclic use of androgens and anti-androgens, along with green tea extract, may help extend survival in advanced prostate cancer patients resistant to standard therapy.
March 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This article discusses various synthetic and herbal treatments for alopecia, noting limited effectiveness and associated side effects of synthetic options, and reports no new clinical results.
October 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Scientists used a special imaging technique to observe that hair follicle regeneration involves cell division and structural changes, mostly in the lower part of the follicle, and that the dermal papilla at the base is crucial for regrowth.