9 citations,
January 2014 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports” The rhg mutation in mice affects the Oat gene, causing hair growth issues and other symptoms.
8 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CXXC5 is a protein that prevents hair growth and could be a target for hair loss treatment.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” Blocking DKK1 with siRNA can improve hair growth.
1 citations,
March 2013 in “PubMed” Glycylglycine makes hair softer by improving alignment and changing hair's internal properties.
November 2024 in “Journal of Functional Foods” AP collagen peptides improve hair elasticity and gloss.
May 2023 in “Skin research and technology” A DNA aptamer helps promote hair growth by enhancing a key cell growth signal in hair follicle cells.
April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A 4-year-old girl had a rare hair disorder affecting only part of her scalp.
October 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Mice treatments didn't grow hair, a patient treatment may affect immune response, and people with hair loss often feel anxious or depressed.
95 citations,
October 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A new method accurately classifies hair types, showing global hair diversity.
51 citations,
February 2009 in “Journal of dermatological science” Pitx2 helps outer root sheath cells differentiate but can't start hair growth on its own.
45 citations,
April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The Wnt/β-catenin pathway can activate melanocyte stem cells and may help regenerate hair follicles.
42 citations,
June 2019 in “Aging” 3,4,5-tri-O-caffeoylquinic acid promotes hair growth by activating the β-catenin pathway.
37 citations,
June 2019 in “Stem cells” Special particles from skin cells can promote hair growth by activating a specific growth signal.
29 citations,
December 2005 in “BioEssays” Wnt/ß-catenin signaling is crucial for regulating skin stem cells and hair growth, with the right levels and timing needed for proper function.
19 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Prunus mira nut oil helps hair grow by affecting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
13 citations,
November 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” The microneedle patch effectively promotes hair regrowth by delivering miR-218.
13 citations,
January 2002 in “Clinics in dermatology” A mushroom extract might reduce hair loss and liver damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs in animals.
12 citations,
October 2021 in “Cells” Targeting a protein that blocks hair growth with microRNAs could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
5 citations,
May 2022 in “Fashion and Textiles” Hair conditioners with argan oil or camellia oil improve the strength and color of bleached hair.
3 citations,
November 2014 in “Protein Expression and Purification” Scientists successfully purified a protein called Wnt3a, which is involved in processes like hair growth, but the overall yield was low, suggesting more work is needed to improve this.
2 citations,
September 2022 in “Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology” Sodium pentaborate pentahydrate can increase hair growth and improve hair quality at certain doses.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” The herbal shampoo is safe, effective, and may reduce hair loss and promote growth.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Different oils affect hair flexibility and strength, with their impact varying on whether hair is virgin or bleached.
January 2021 in “Lecture notes in mechanical engineering” High temperatures, acidic conditions, and too much coconut oil damage hair, while a pH of 5 to 7 keeps it healthy.
September 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Nutrients can help improve hair growth and thickness caused by pollution.
384 citations,
June 2005 in “Genes & development” β-catenin is essential for stem cell activation and proliferation in hair follicles.
271 citations,
September 2008 in “Nutrition reviews” Vitamin D receptor interacts with certain dietary components to help prevent diseases and regulate hair growth.
185 citations,
December 2011 in “Molecular and cellular endocrinology” Skin cells produce and activate vitamin D, which regulates skin functions and supports hair growth.
173 citations,
August 2015 in “Developmental cell” The study identified unique genes in hair follicle cells and their environment, suggesting these genes help organize cells for hair growth.
161 citations,
August 2012 in “Seminars in cell & developmental biology” Hair growth and development are controlled by specific signaling pathways.