In this study, researchers developed vegan exosome-like vesicles from microalgae that mimic mammalian exosomes, demonstrating promising in vitro, ex vivo, and clinical effects such as improved wrinkle depth and elasticity, making them a potential alternative in cosmetic applications.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reviews AI's role in aesthetic medicine, noting it enhances diagnostic accuracy and personalized treatment planning, but faces challenges like ethical concerns, algorithmic biases, and regulatory issues that need addressing for successful integration.
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January 2013 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” This publication provides a standardized nomenclature for classifying microscopic lesions in laboratory rat and mouse skin, aiming to harmonize international toxicological research.
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December 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This review found that laser-assisted drug delivery in humans was associated with several adverse effects, but no life-threatening events were reported in the studies examined.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review examines the bibliometric landscape of research on platelet-rich plasma in cosmetic therapy from 2001 to 2022 and reports no new clinical findings, but highlights research trends and future directions.
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January 2023 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that intradermal injections of autologous cell-free fat extract significantly improved the condition of postinflammatory hyperpigmentation patients, with high patient satisfaction and minimal adverse effects.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review summarizes preliminary evidence suggesting that CBD-containing sunscreen may offer UV protection through antioxidant properties, though further studies are needed to confirm safety and efficacy.
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September 2021 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” In this study, HED patients with COVID-19 showed a higher risk of postinfection fatigue and hair loss compared to controls, suggesting they are more susceptible to long-term consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
This review reported that alopecia prevalence and psychosocial impacts vary significantly among migrant and ethnic minority communities due to diverse genetic, environmental, and cultural factors, highlighting needs for culturally competent care and stigma reduction to address disparities and improve access.
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August 2020 in “Tropical Diseases Travel Medicine and Vaccines” This review discusses the disproportionate negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with chronic medical conditions and calls for strategies to protect these vulnerable populations.
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February 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” This review discusses the challenges and research gaps in transgender health care, highlighting the need for dedicated research infrastructure and funding to develop a more comprehensive evidence base.
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October 2025 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” This article reviews current and emerging treatments for alopecia areata, emphasizing the need for biomarker-driven patient stratification to optimize therapeutic strategies and reduce potential side effects; it reports no new clinical findings.
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March 2023 in “Nutrients” This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.
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October 2022 in “Adolescent Health, Medicine and Therapeutics” This article discusses the dermatologic impacts of gender-affirming medical care in transgender adolescents and emphasizes the importance of patient-centered care to improve dermatologic and overall outcomes; it reports no new clinical results.
August 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review assessed dermo-cosmetic treatments using prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and other biotics for acne and scalp disorders, finding potential benefits, especially with multi-strain or synbiotic formulations, although challenges like formulation stability and the need for larger trials persist.
February 2026 in “Molecular and Cellular Probes” This systematic review synthesizes evidence from the past 20 years to highlight the potential of exosome-based therapies from stem cells and plants in improving cutaneous repair, skin aging, and challenging dermatological conditions through mechanisms like immunomodulation and collagen remodeling.
January 2026 in “Dermatologica Sinica” In this study, oral minoxidil (1.25 mg and 2.5 mg) and topical 5% minoxidil significantly promoted hair regrowth in men with androgenetic alopecia over six months, showing comparable efficacy across both oral and topical treatments.
January 2025 in “HemaSphere” This review discusses the implications of renaming myelodysplastic syndromes as "myelodysplastic neoplasms" and argues that the "low-risk" label may misrepresent patient experiences and hinder research.
February 2024 in “Neurophotonics” This review highlights the potential of transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM) as a non-invasive and affordable treatment for brain diseases, summarizing recent advances and successful protocols based on over two decades of research.
November 2023 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” This review highlights the dermatological needs of transgender and gender diverse individuals in Australia, emphasizing the role of dermatologists in managing skin and hair conditions related to gender affirmation and hormone therapy.
October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This source outlines the WHO's framework for meaningful engagement of individuals with lived experience of noncommunicable diseases and dermatological conditions, emphasizing eliminating stigma, promoting inclusion, and redistributing power to improve health policies and support systems.
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April 2017 in “Macromolecular bioscience” In this study, researchers developed a pH-sensitive dendritic polyglycerol nanogel to measure pH inside hair follicles using an ex vivo porcine ear model, finding that the pH increases from 6.5 at the skin surface to 7.4 in deeper follicle areas, without observed toxicity.
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March 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, silencing BMAL1 and PER1 genes increased melanogenic activity in follicular and epidermal melanocytes, suggesting that peripheral circadian clocks may regulate melanin pigmentation.
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March 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” This study found evidence that atopic dermatitis may increase the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, and alopecia areata, but not other autoimmune diseases.
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study identified seven genes that may serve as biomarkers for diagnosing skin cutaneous melanoma by analyzing the relationship between UV exposure, ferroptosis, and the cancer's pathology.
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Caffeine can damage hearing cells and affect hearing recovery after ear trauma.
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January 2016 In this study, NuMA's microtubule-binding domain was found to be crucial for correct spindle orientation and skin differentiation, with its loss leading to neonatal lethality in mice.
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February 2020 in “Cureus” This review examines the complex relationship between polycystic ovary syndrome and its associated skin conditions, highlighting an intricate network influenced by hormonal, genetic, and inflammatory factors but reports no new clinical results.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This review explores the evidence for platelet-rich plasma, exosomes, and other regenerative therapies as adjuncts in hair transplantation, finding that PRP has the most support, but highlights the need for standardization and transplantation-specific studies.
May 2026 in “Applied Sciences” In this review, the authors reported that sprout extracts, rich in bioactive compounds, show promising effects on skin health, such as enhancing collagen synthesis, improving hydration, and reducing inflammation, though most evidence comes from laboratory and animal studies.