20 citations,
March 2019 in “Nutrients” Rumex japonicus Houtt. may be an effective treatment for atopic dermatitis by reducing inflammation.
20 citations,
April 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Reflectance confocal microscopy can tell apart white dots on the scalp as either sweat gland ducts or hair follicle openings.
20 citations,
May 2000 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Orf infections can happen during the Muslim event 'Aid el Kebir' due to close contact with sheep.
19 citations,
January 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation” High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.
18 citations,
January 2008 in “Sen'i Gakkaishi” Thioglycolic acid and L-cysteine change hair structure differently during perms, affecting hair strength and curling efficiency.
17 citations,
February 2015 in “Phytochemistry Reviews” Southeast Asian herbs show promise for skin and hair care, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness in cosmetics.
16 citations,
July 2021 in “Histopathology” New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
15 citations,
October 2012 in “Journal of circadian rhythms” RNA from horse hair follicles can track circadian rhythms non-invasively.
14 citations,
March 1995 in “Journal of cell science” SV40 T antigen in hair follicles causes abnormal hair and health issues in mice.
14 citations,
July 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology” Applying EGCG on the skin can prevent hair loss caused by testosterone in mice.
14 citations,
January 2008 in “Dermatology” Vitamin D made by the skin plays a role in immune defense and skin health, and more research is needed to understand its full effects.
14 citations,
January 2001 in “Primary Care Update for Ob/gyns” Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
13 citations,
May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.
12 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.” Human hair protein extracts can protect skin cells from oxidative stress.
12 citations,
July 2019 in “Acta Neurologica Belgica” Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.
12 citations,
November 2018 in “JAMA Dermatology” Collecting sexual orientation and gender identity data in dermatology can lead to better, more sensitive care for sexual and gender minority patients.
12 citations,
July 2014 in “International Journal of STD & AIDS” HIV patients with lower CD4 T cell counts often have more skin problems.
11 citations,
March 2020 in “Immunology” Human prenatal skin develops an immune network early on that helps with skin formation and healing without scarring.
11 citations,
April 2013 in “SpringerPlus” Human skin's melanocytes respond to light by changing shape, producing pigments and hormones, which may affect sleep patterns.
10 citations,
September 2020 in “Biopolymers” Hair's structure and properties change with pH; acidic pH maintains strength and less swelling, while alkaline pH increases water content and swelling.
10 citations,
November 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A tough membrane between the outer and inner layers of human hair protects it from damage.
10 citations,
November 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Skin RAGE levels are linked to inflammation and cell death.
9 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology” Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
9 citations,
August 2013 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” A gene called BMAL1 plays a role in controlling hair growth.
9 citations,
March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.
8 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of fiber science and technology” Bleaching hair increases cysteic acid levels in a predictable way.
8 citations,
September 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.
8 citations,
July 2011 in “Animal science journal” Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
8 citations,
September 2003 in “Journal of dermatological science” Substance P helps hair grow longer and faster.
7 citations,
August 2020 in “Scientifica” Most HIV-positive patients had skin problems, and conditions like oral thrush and boils were linked to weaker immune systems.