January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.
45 citations,
August 2018 in “Stem Cells International” Stem cells, especially from fat tissue and Wharton's jelly, can potentially regenerate hair follicles and treat hair loss, but more research is needed to perfect the treatment.
18 citations,
June 2017 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” A gene called Gk5 controls lipid production in the skin and affects hair growth.
September 2023 in “Asian journal of beauty & cosmetology” Lipids are important for healthy hair, but their exact role is not fully understood and needs more research.
42 citations,
March 2008 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Hormones and neuroendocrine factors control hair growth and color, and more research could lead to new hair treatment options.
16 citations,
September 2006 in “The Journal of Immunology” MILL molecules are unique immune proteins in mice that don't need TAP to appear on cell surfaces.
Good nutrition may help prevent premature hair graying.
14 citations,
January 2012 in “Proteins” Electrostatic interactions mainly stabilize the binding of peptides to hair keratin.
59 citations,
June 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The article explains the genetic causes and symptoms of various hair disorders and highlights the need for more research to find treatments.
64 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
83 citations,
May 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Skin development in mammals is controlled by key proteins and signals from underlying cells, involving stem cells for maintenance and repair.
December 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” AP-2α and AP-2β proteins are essential for healthy adult skin and hair.
November 2024 in “Applied Sciences” Placenta products might help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
27 citations,
May 2019 in “Cosmetics” The hair cuticle is made of tough proteins that protect the hair, but more research is needed to fully understand its structure.
February 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Biotin supplements significantly improved a young girl's uncombable hair.
33 citations,
March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
33 citations,
June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
192 citations,
April 2019 in “ACS nano” A new microneedle patch made from hair proteins helps regrow hair faster and better than current treatments.
6 citations,
July 2023 in “Nature cell biology” SOX9 helps determine stem cell roles by interacting with DNA and proteins that control gene activity.
4 citations,
June 2020 in “Cosmetics” Broussonetia papyrifera extract helps hair growth by regulating specific proteins.
517 citations,
February 2010 in “Materials” Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
7 citations,
January 2017 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Certain compounds from Panax ginseng can block proteins that affect hair growth, potentially helping treat hair loss.
15 citations,
August 2020 in “Analytical chemistry” Hair lipids do not protect against humidity.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Different oils affect hair flexibility and strength, with their impact varying on whether hair is virgin or bleached.
17 citations,
May 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Erythropoietin helps hair grow and could be a potential treatment for hair loss.
3 citations,
June 2017 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” Keratin extract from human hair was found to promote hair growth in mice.
64 citations,
January 2015 in “BioMed Research International” Certain growth factors can promote hair growth in mice by activating hair growth-related proteins.
7 citations,
June 2021 in “Amino acids” Human hair protein modifications could potentially indicate heart disease risk.
450 citations,
January 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
67 citations,
December 2008 in “Developmental Biology” Msx2 and Foxn1 are both crucial for hair growth and health.