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June 2016 in “Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine” Peptide hydrogel scaffolds help grow new hair follicles using stem cells.
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October 2018 in “International research journal of pharmacy” Rampai leaves extract can significantly stimulate hair growth.
January 2024 in “Theranostics” Exosomes from special stem cells help treat ulcerative colitis by reducing inflammation and stress.
June 2023 in “International journal of pharmaceutical quality assurance” Eclipta alba extract could be a promising natural treatment for hair loss.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
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April 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Stressed fibroblasts greatly increase melanin production in hair, skin, and eye cells, mainly due to a growth factor called bFGF.
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PRP therapy is a simple and safe option for hair loss, but its effectiveness is not clearly stated.
Hair restoration techniques have improved significantly.
June 2014 in “Dermatology Times E-News” An arthritis drug helped a person with severe hair loss regrow their hair.
Ashwagandha-derived nanoparticles can promote human hair growth.
The PTH-CBD injection improved hair regrowth better than the daily ruxolitinib pill in mice.
The RNA AL136131.3 slows down hair growth and speeds up hair loss by affecting sugar breakdown in hair follicles.
Cinchona succirubra extract with caffeine reduces hair loss and strengthens hair.
Combining dermoscopy and calcium fluorescent white staining improves diagnosis and treatment of hair fungal infections.