11 citations
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October 2020 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that scalp cooling markedly reduces cellular uptake of anthracycline drugs in human keratinocytes, partially explaining its protective effect against chemotherapy-induced cytotoxicity.
11 citations
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March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that Nd:YAG laser-assisted hair removal achieved high satisfaction with minimal complications among individuals with dark-complexioned skin seeking unwanted hair reduction.
19 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Biophotonics” This study found that using a PEG-400/oleic acid mixture as an optical clearing agent enhanced the detection depth of particles in skin without causing dehydration, based on tests in rats and further testing in vivo.
May 2019 in “Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study investigated the effects of 10600nm CO2 dot laser and Nd: YAG laser on Wistar rats' skin, finding that CO2 laser treatment resulted in higher positive expression of MMP-1 and TIMP-1 compared to Nd: YAG laser, with statistically significant differences noted.
52 citations
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June 1998 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study found that normal mode ruby laser treatment for hirsutism is well tolerated and results in significant hair count reduction for at least six months, with multiple treatments offering greater effects.
April 2024 in “Cognizance journal” In this study, treatment of unwanted hair with 755 nm alexandrite laser in 14 patients showed a decrease in excess hair at the armpit and thigh areas, with a 75% accuracy rate in hair density estimation using Monte Carlo modeling.
December 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This source evaluates the clinical effectiveness of 308 nm monochromatic excimer phototherapy in treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata, noting that both laser and lamp methods show promise without significant risks.
April 2026 in “Laboratory Animal Research” This study developed a novel Hairless Rag2/Jak3 KO mouse model, which provides superior optical properties and thinner skin compared to existing models, enhancing its utility for noninvasive tumor monitoring and evaluation of anticancer therapies.
June 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This study found that alopecia induced by CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast cancer patients occurs more quickly and is more resistant to minoxidil treatment compared to endocrine therapy-induced alopecia.
10 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” In this study, a new IPL device effectively reduced hair regrowth with high patient satisfaction, particularly in individuals with coarse dark hair and darker skin, despite repeated sessions needed for lighter hair and skin.
September 2024 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” In this experimental study, laser irradiation significantly altered the gene expression of cytokines in cultured human T-cell lymphocytes, suggesting that such laser light may photobiomodulate cytokine production in vitro.
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March 2018 in “Journal of lasers in medical sciences” This study found that combining topical capislow with laser hair removal significantly enhanced hair reduction compared to laser alone, although the beneficial effects lasted only while capislow was applied.
1 citations
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March 2019 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This article contains the late-breaking abstracts from the 39th Annual Conference of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery and does not present new research results.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study evaluated the 308-nm excimer laser as an adjuvant treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia and found it may stabilize hairline recession and improve erythema and perifollicular hyperkeratosis, with transient erythema as the only reported adverse effect.
4 citations
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June 2022 in “ACS applied materials & interfaces” This study described a new wig coating technique using keratin and graphene oxide that significantly enhanced UV resistance, antistatic properties, and durability compared to traditional methods.
14 citations
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July 1983 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study describes a method for serially cultivating adult human hair follicle keratinocytes using a specific growth substrate and cryogenic storage, enabling subculture and immunofluorescence studies.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study concluded that KLF4 is a crucial regulator of hair follicle stem cell quiescence and may work by interacting with multiple transcription factors to control related genes.
5 citations
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March 2020 in “Thoracic Cancer” In this phase I study, CT-707, a new ALK inhibitor, showed a 77% response rate among Chinese patients with advanced ALK-rearranged non-small cell lung cancer, suggesting clinical effectiveness despite some adverse events like diarrhea and liver enzyme elevation.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study introduced an eco-friendly enzymatic hair dyeing process utilizing laccase-catalyzed polymerization of hematoxylin, achieving intense, long-lasting color comparable to commercial dyes while enhancing hair strength and offering antioxidant and UV-shielding benefits.
4 citations
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November 2000 in “Dermatologic surgery” This abstract does not provide any research findings or conclusions, as it appears to be journal subscription and navigation information rather than a study summary.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Electronic Imaging” This study introduces a novel method for digitizing hair color that accurately captures and renders the color appearance of physical hair samples in synthetic images.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study demonstrated that SHFKO significantly accelerated healing in acute radiation-induced skin injuries, with mechanisms involving apoptosis inhibition, suppression of inflammation, and restoration of ROS balance, suggesting its potential as a novel multi-target therapy for radiodermatitis.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics” This study determined in-vivo skin damage thresholds for 1319-nm laser exposure in pigs, and the findings may enhance understanding of thermal damage mechanisms and inform laser safety standards.
27 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study compared the microscopic treatment zones created by different fractional lasers and radiofrequency in swine skin, finding distinct patterns and damage levels for each technology.
30 citations
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June 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, the SAFE System for follicular unit extraction demonstrated a favorable average follicle transection rate of 6.14% and is accessible for physicians with basic technical skills, showing promise for wider adoption.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “Laser therapy” Endré Mester is highly regarded as the 'Godfather' of phototherapy.
9 citations
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January 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study developed a high-resolution phototrichogram system that can automatically and accurately assess hair growth metrics in cosmetic trials, achieving over 90% correlation with manual measurements.
January 2025 in “Advances in Clinical Medicine” This source highlights that fractional CO2 laser, as a minimally invasive technology, shows significant benefits in treating various skin and mucosal conditions by improving therapeutic outcomes, shortening recovery times, and enhancing precise personalized interventions through emerging technologies like AI and biomarker monitoring.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, Nd:YAG picosecond lasers using fractional micro-lens array were found to have a comparable effect to ablative fractional Er:YAG lasers in treating atrophic acne scars, with better safety profiles but slightly less patient satisfaction.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PP405 may help hair growth by activating hair follicle stem cells.