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.
2 citations,
September 2002 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” The GH-IGF-I axis is likely involved in the hormonal imbalances seen in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism.
3 citations,
February 2019 in “Animal biotechnology” The PLP2 gene affects cashmere fiber quality in goats and is linked to hair growth and loss.
31 citations,
May 2021 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” APS-1 in Italy shows diverse AIRE mutations and various autoimmune issues.
January 2023 in “Integrative Journal of Medical Sciences” A young Saudi girl with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes and hypothyroidism had two rare conditions, Mauriac syndrome and Van Wyk–Grumbach syndrome.
28 citations,
May 2018 in “Scientific reports” Exercise improves insulin sensitivity and hormone regulation in PCOS rats.
June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Pulsed red light boosts collagen and energy in cells faster than continuous red light.
87 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Asiasari radix extract promotes hair growth and increases protein synthesis and cell proliferation.
70 citations,
January 2014 in “International review of cell and molecular biology” Keratin proteins are crucial for healthy skin, but mutations can cause skin disorders with no effective treatments yet.
66 citations,
April 1995 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” A new protein was made to detect specific skin cell growth receptors and worked in normal skin but not in skin cancer cells.
5 citations,
February 2019 in “PloS one” Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds is caused by structural defects in hair shafts due to downregulated genes and proteins.
8 citations,
January 2012 in “JIMD reports” A new mutation in the AGPAT2 gene causes severe fat tissue loss and related health issues by reducing the protein's levels.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
22 citations,
October 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Fisetin, a type of polyphenol, may help hair grow by increasing certain protein activities in cells.
115 citations,
October 2009 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The research found that Atypical Progeroid Syndrome has unique symptoms and is not caused by the buildup of a certain mutant protein.
48 citations,
June 2014 in “Neurobiology of Disease” The study suggests that motor neurons created from stem cells of patients with spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy show signs of the disease, including changes in protein levels and cell functions.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” PRP may help with hair loss and improve hair quality with few side effects, but more research is needed.
39 citations,
August 2008 in “Growth hormone & IGF research” Raspberry ketone may help grow hair and improve skin elasticity.
32 citations,
February 2024 in “Growth Hormone & IGF Research” Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) stops hair growth in mice by lowering a growth factor important for hair.
67 citations,
June 2018 in “Engineering in Life Sciences” Plant cell culture is a promising method for creating sustainable and high-quality cosmetic ingredients.
48 citations,
June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Valproic acid may help hair grow and could be a safe treatment for hair loss.
19 citations,
April 2015 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The research identified genes and pathways important for sheep wool growth and shedding.
6 citations,
May 2013 in “PloS one” The Foxn1(-/-) nude mouse shows disrupted and expanded skin stem cell areas due to high Lhx2 levels.
4 citations,
June 2020 in “Cosmetics” Broussonetia papyrifera extract helps hair growth by regulating specific proteins.
3 citations,
May 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin lesions in Carney Complex are caused by a gene change in some skin cells that leads to increased pigmentation and may lead to tumors.
1 citations,
December 2011 Marine-derived ingredients show potential for hair health but need more human trials to confirm effectiveness.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LED light helps hair follicle cells grow and prevents them from dying by activating certain cell pathways.
15 citations,
January 2016 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Bee venom helps hair grow and may work better than some common treatments.
11 citations,
September 2014 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mycophenolate helps reverse hair loss effects caused by IFN-γ by activating a key hair growth pathway.
5 citations,
December 2018 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Norgalanthamine helps hair cells grow by activating certain pathways related to hair growth.