research 5α-Reductase Activity in the Human Hair Follicle Concentrates in the Dermal Papilla
The enzyme that changes testosterone to a stronger form is mostly found in the part of the hair follicle called the dermal papilla.
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research Miniaturization of Sebaceous Glands: A Novel Histopathological Finding in Pemphigus Vulgaris and Pemphigus Foliaceus of the Scalp
People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.
research The Growth of Human Hair in Nude Mice
Adiponectin reduces inflammation and bone loss in joint replacements.
research Dissociated Skin Cells Regenerate Hair Follicles in a Microwound: The Punch Assay
The "Punch Assay" can regenerate hair follicles efficiently in mice and has potential for human hair regeneration.
research New Aspects of the Structure of Human Hair Based on Optical Microscopic Observations of Disassembled Hair Parts
Human hair's strength comes from a honeycomb-like structure and macrofibrils.
research Immunology of the Human Nail Apparatus: The Nail Matrix Is a Site of Relative Immune Privilege
The nail matrix has a reduced immune response, protecting it from autoimmunity.
research Revealing Novel Insights on How Oral Supplementation With Collagen Peptides May Prevent Hair Loss: Lessons From the Human Hair Follicle Organ Culture
Collagen peptides from marine and bovine sources may help prevent hair loss by affecting hair follicle stem cells differently.
research Restoration of Hair Growth with Topical Diphenylcyclopropenone in Mouse and Rat Models of Alopecia Areata
Topical diphencyprone helped regrow hair in mice and rats with a condition similar to human hair loss.
research Follicular Stem Cells in Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss in Androgenetic Alopecia is not caused by damage to follicular stem cells.
research 3D-SeboSkin Model Application in Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa
The 3D-SeboSkin model effectively simulates Hidradenitis suppurativa and is useful for future research.
research Development and Characterization of Thiolated Cyclodextrin-Based Nanoparticles for Topical Delivery of Minoxidil
The new adhesive nanoparticles are effective for delivering Minoxidil to the scalp without skin irritation.
research Possible Role of ILC1 in the Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
ILC1 cells contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Laser-Assisted Hair Transplantation: Histologic Comparison Between Holmium:YAG and CO2 Lasers
The CO₂ laser is better for hair transplantation because it causes less damage than the Ho:YAG laser.
research Cytokeratin 15 Expression in Central, Centrifugal, Cicatricial Alopecia: New Observations in Normal and Diseased Hair Follicles
CK15 is not a reliable marker for stem cells in damaged hair follicles from patients with CCCA.
research Knockout of p16INK4a Promotes Aggregative Growth of Dermal Papilla Cells
Removing p16INK4a from skin cells can lead to faster and more clumped growth, which might help with hair growth.
research Finasteride Is the Main Inhibitor of 5α-Reductase Activity in Microdissected Dermal Papillae of Human Hair Follicles
Finasteride potentially treats hair loss by reducing DHT production.
research Transcriptional Activation of CCN1 and CCN2, Targets of Canonical Wnt Signal, by Ascorbic Acid 2-Phosphate in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Vitamin C derivative may promote hair growth by activating specific genes.
research Human Hair Follicle Organ Culture: Theory, Application, and Perspectives
Human hair follicle organ culture is a useful model for hair research with potential for studying hair biology and testing treatments.
research Human Hair Follicle Regeneration Following Amputation and Grafting into the Nude Mouse
Human hair follicles can regenerate after removal, but with low success rate.
research Biomechanical Properties of Scalp Flaps and Their Correlations to Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Procedures
Scalp flaps are stiffer than skin from other body areas, which helps in planning reconstructive and cosmetic head surgeries.
research MiR-140-5p in Small Extracellular Vesicles From Human Papilla Cells Stimulates Hair Growth by Promoting Proliferation of Outer Root Sheath and Hair Matrix Cells
miR-140-5p in certain cell vesicles helps hair growth by boosting cell proliferation.
research 7-Phloroeckol Promotes Hair Growth on Human Follicles In Vitro
7-Phloroeckol from brown algae may help hair grow.
research A Model System for Long-Term Serum-Free Suspension Organ Culture of Human Fetal Tissues: Experiments on Digits and Skin from Multiple Body Regions
Scientists developed a method to grow human fetal skin and digits in a lab for 3-4 weeks, which could help study skin features and understand genetic interactions in tissue formation.
research Elastic Staining in Differentiating Between Follicular Streamers and Follicular Scars in Horizontal Scalp Biopsy Sections
EVG staining helps tell apart follicular scars from follicular streamers, aiding in diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research Prevention and Treatment of Linear Scar Formation in the Scalp: Basic Principles of the Mechanism of Scar Formation
New suturing technique with wider intervals and shallow stitches helps prevent scalp scars and promotes hair growth.
research The Role of Dexamethasone in Mediating the Contradictory Effects of Wnt Antagonists SFRP2 and SFRP3 on Human Hair Follicle Growth
Dexamethasone affects hair growth by altering levels of proteins that either promote or inhibit hair follicle growth.
research Changes in the Aging Dermal Hair Follicle Environment in Female Scalp
Aging causes changes in scalp cells that can negatively affect hair health.
research Human Epithelial Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Their Progeny: Current State of Knowledge, the Widening Gap in Translational Research and Future Challenges
We need more research to better understand human hair follicle stem cells for improved treatments for hair loss and skin cancer.
research Minoxidil Activates β-Catenin Pathway in Human Dermal Papilla Cells: A Possible Explanation for Its Anagen Prolongation Effect
Minoxidil helps hair growth by activating the β-catenin pathway.
research Regulated Proenkephalin Expression in Human Skin and Cultured Skin Cells
Human skin cells produce proenkephalin, which changes with environmental factors and skin diseases.