October 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study observed that adults with thinning hair who ingested a patented botanical-based supplement experienced significant increases in hair shaft diameter and reductions in hair breakage over 180 days, suggesting improved hair strength and length across various demographic groups.
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February 2015 in “PubMed” This study reported that a hair fiber filler product improved quality of life, scalp coverage, and hair fullness in individuals with thinning hair, with a high level of product satisfaction observed.
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August 2008 in “Human genetics” This study found that the EDAR 1540T/C genetic variant is significantly associated with hair thickness variation in Japanese populations, enhancing previously observed associations in Southeast Asian groups.
August 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that exposure to red LED light may improve fibre quality and hair follicle development in Angora rabbits, potentially due to increased melatonin secretion.
November 2015 in “Summit (Simon Fraser University)” In this study, significant changes in hair fiber dimensions were observed between pre- and post-operative states in males undergoing abdominal surgery, with values normalizing by the fourth post-operative week.
December 2022 in “Stem Cells and Development” The researchers reported that using exosomes from hair follicle stem cells with acellular nerve allografts helped bridge facial nerve defects in rats and may match the effectiveness of autograft therapy.
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November 2018 in “Journal of structural biology” This study found statistically significant patterns in hair morphology and ultrastructure linked to biogeographic ancestry among European, African, and East Asian populations.
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November 2010 in “Journal of morphology” This research examined the ultrastructure of deer hair fibers and found significant variations in diameter, cuticle thickness, and intermediate filament arrangements among different fiber types.
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July 2022 in “Scientific reports” This study observed significant differences in hair and cashmere properties among three goat breeds in Southwest China, noting better quality cashmere in Inner Mongolia cashmere goats and their crossbreed compared to Dazu black goats.
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September 2014 in “European Journal of Dermatology” This study found a significant positive correlation between hair thickness and growth rate, with a notably slower growth rate observed in men with male pattern hair loss compared to healthy controls.
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May 1995 in “Anatomy and Embryology” This study found that treating neonatal mice with the neurotoxin 6-OHDA resulted in temporary hair loss and thinner skin compared to control mice, linking sympathetic neurons to hair growth and skin thickness.
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April 2023 in “Advanced materials” In this study, implantable vascularized engineered thrombi using autologous whole blood improved skin wound healing in rats by promoting robust microcapillary networks and accelerating healing processes.
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” This study reviews the biology and cosmetic treatment of hair, emphasizing future advancements in safer, more effective procedures to meet consumer needs for hair care.
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January 2021 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” In this pilot study, the researchers observed that transplanting anagen hair follicles into human scars can promote remodeling of fibrotic tissue and inhibit pro-fibrotic factors, offering potential new treatments for mature scars.
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December 2010 in “PubMed” This study reported that a new two-point bending stiffness method effectively correlated with sensory assessments for hair styling gels but not for hair styling sprays, likely due to differences in polymer/hair composites.
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July 2010 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that aging in Korean individuals is associated with changes in hair diameter and surface structure, as observed through atomic force microscopy.
March 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This research observed that 3D electrospun micro/nanofibrous sponges, without using chemical crosslinking agents, supported enhanced cell growth, vascularization, and skin regeneration in diabetic rats compared to 2D fiber membranes, making them promising for 3D tissue regeneration.
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January 2023 in “npj regenerative medicine” This study found that transplanting hair follicles into human scars may remodel fibrotic tissue and reduce scarring by altering collagen structure and decreasing pro-fibrotic factors.
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January 2010 This study observed that different hair types on Tianzhu white yaks have similar ultrastructures, but coarse hair fibers show distinct structural differences across body parts.
September 2024 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” This study found that helium non-equilibrium atmospheric pressure plasma jet therapy accelerated wound healing in both diabetic and non-diabetic dogs, promoting wound closure and histological improvements like epithelization and collagen deposition compared to untreated wounds.
Using a specific laser and platelet-rich plasma together can effectively improve hair thickness and density in men with hair loss, without serious side effects.
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July 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different hair types from various ethnic groups affect hair shine due to characteristics like thickness and shape.
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study reported that fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution can occur in patients of color, with clinical and histopathological features allowing for an accurate differential diagnosis.
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November 2012 in “Wound repair and regeneration” This study found that grafting split-thickness human skin onto nude mice produces scars that mimic hypertrophic scar characteristics in humans, offering a useful model for studying scar formation and treatments.
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December 2012 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This review discusses the significance of elastic tissue staining in dermatopathology, particularly for diagnosing primary elastic tissue disorders and other skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2014 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” The study concluded that local administration of in-vitro-expanded bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells accelerates and promotes healing in full-thickness excisional wounds in adult male albino rats.
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July 2011 in “The Egyptian Journal of Anatomy” This study observed that both TCA (35%) and GA (70%) chemical peels improved skin morphology and stimulated bulge stem cells in albino rats, with no significant difference between the two agents.
November 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Modified Changfa Zirong Powder improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
In this study, subcutaneous injection of mesenchymal stem cell-conditioned medium promoted regeneration of mice skin aged by D-galactose, improving skin thickness, vascularization, and collagen density.
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November 2011 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study identified distinct microscopic characteristics of acne scars, including inflammatory infiltrates and insufficient collagen deposition, suggesting that treatment should consider these histopathological findings and employ combination therapy.