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March 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Improving the environment and cell interactions is key for creating human hair in the lab.
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November 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
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June 2011 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” FA2H is essential for normal fur and sebum production in mice.
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December 2001 in “JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute” Using a gene therapy with the Sonic Hedgehog gene helps mice regrow hair faster after losing it from chemotherapy.
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July 2017 in “BioEssays” Activating NRF2 might help treat hair disorders by improving antioxidant defenses.
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March 2017 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Hair follicles are valuable for regenerative medicine and wound healing.
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May 2012 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Different types of dog hair loss are linked to problems starting the hair growth phase and early hair cycle ending.
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April 2020 in “Cells” DNA methylation and long non-coding RNAs are key in controlling hair growth in Cashmere goats.
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March 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” ATP increases melanin production in skin after UV exposure, with the P2X7 receptor being crucial for this process.
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Using defensins to activate stem cells may improve skin aging signs without causing inflammation.
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanoemulsions improve stability and delivery of active ingredients in cosmetics for skin and hair care.
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April 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Acne lesions start with changes in hair follicles and increase in inflammation, suggesting a cycle that could affect treatment strategies.
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September 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil foam 5% effectively treats hair loss in both frontal and vertex scalp regions.
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October 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” New chemotherapy drugs cause skin side effects, but treatments like minocycline and tetracycline can help reduce them.
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October 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract promotes hair growth by changing hair follicle metabolism to boost keratin production.
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.