25 citations,
June 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Microneedling helps increase the absorption of a melanin product into hair follicles, which may improve laser hair removal effectiveness.
5 citations,
January 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” ADAM 10 and ADAM 12 proteins are involved in different stages of hair growth and could be targets for treating hair disorders.
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8 citations,
January 2017 in “Stem Cells International” A protein called sFRP4 from skin cells stops the development of pigment-producing cells in hair.
316 citations,
June 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Microspheres about 1.5 micrometers in size can best penetrate hair follicles, potentially reaching important stem cells.
76 citations,
June 2015 in “Journal of biomedical science” Mutations in Gasdermin A3 cause skin inflammation and hair loss by disrupting mitochondria.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
February 2024 in “Skin research and technology” LC-OCT is a promising tool for diagnosing and monitoring Alopecia areata.
Traumatic anserine folliculosis is a harmless skin condition in young males that needs correct diagnosis to avoid unnecessary treatments.
97 citations,
September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The human hair follicle can store topical compounds and be targeted for drug delivery with minimal side effects.
120 citations,
August 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Cytokeratin 19 and cytokeratin 15 are key markers for monitoring the quality and self-renewing potential of engineered skin.
38 citations,
September 2014 in “Cell and Tissue Research” The hair follicle infundibulum plays a key role in skin health and disease, and understanding it better could lead to new skin disease treatments.
245 citations,
October 2015 in “Nature medicine” Hair follicle-derived IL-7 and IL-15 are crucial for maintaining skin-resident memory T cells and could be targeted for treating skin diseases and lymphoma.
192 citations,
March 2017 in “Cell host & microbe” Hair follicle development and microbes help regulatory T cells gather in newborn skin.
42 citations,
July 2015 in “Cosmetics” Nanotechnology improves hair care products by enhancing ingredient stability, targeting treatment, and reducing side effects, but more research on its toxicity is needed.
1 citations,
July 2005 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The gene Foxn1 is important for hair growth, and understanding it may lead to new alopecia treatments.
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223 citations,
January 2014 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The conclusion is that proper signaling is crucial for hair growth and development, and errors can lead to cancer or hair loss.
207 citations,
January 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Laser hair removal is the most requested cosmetic procedure and has become a scientifically-based treatment suitable for all skin types.
19 citations,
January 2017 in “Stem Cells International” Adipose-derived stem cells show promise in treating skin conditions like vitiligo, alopecia, and nonhealing wounds.
263 citations,
February 2011 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Medium-sized particles penetrate hair follicles better than smaller or larger ones, which could improve delivery of skin treatments.
1 citations,
January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.
78 citations,
October 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by genetic factors, inflammation, bacteria, hormones, and lifestyle factors like obesity and smoking.
3 citations,
November 2018 in “Curēus” The cause and importance of misplaced oil glands in the hair follicle are not well understood.
378 citations,
November 2011 in “Human reproduction update” Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.
1 citations,
June 2021 in “Curēus” A woman with hair loss had a benign sweat duct tumor found during a scalp biopsy.
21 citations,
January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
August 2015 in “Free Radical Biology and Medicine” Some treatments can improve skin's defense against damage, but overuse may cause other skin problems.
47 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of dermatology” Understanding the genetics of rare inherited ichthyosis syndromes is key for better treatments and genetic counseling.
Different types of sun exposure can damage skin cells and affect healing, with chronic exposure being more harmful, and certain immune cells help in the repair process.
7 citations,
March 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lipases, especially gehB, are crucial for Staphylococcus aureus to enter and colonize hair follicles.