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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” This study observed that individuals with premature hair graying had lower levels of certain serum nutrients and lifestyle factors like stress and smoking may contribute; hair oiling appeared protective.
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February 2023 in “Gut Microbes” This study found that administering the gut bacterium Thauera sp. strain GDN1 to mice significantly reduced their serum androgen levels, indicating gut bacteria may influence androgen metabolism.
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” This source reviews the potential of polyphenols as therapeutic and preventive treatments for common skin disorders such as acne, fungal infections, dermatitis, alopecia, and skin cancer, emphasizing their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and ability to penetrate the skin barrier.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the varied levels of evidence linking nutritional supplements and antioxidants to dermatological disorders, but it reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for rigorous trials.
June 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a combination therapy of autologous platelet-rich plasma and non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid increased hair density significantly in women with female androgenetic alopecia, without serious adverse effects.
March 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the potential of plant-derived nanovesicles as natural therapeutics and drug delivery platforms in cancer therapy, highlighting their versatility and promising applications, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This narrative review highlights that declining testosterone levels are a complex public health issue potentially influenced by modifiable lifestyle factors and environmental stressors, suggesting integrated strategies may be needed to address the trend's impacts on health.
July 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study by Refat et al. found that the level of CD8+ T cell infiltrates in vitiligo lesions before surgical treatment can predict the likelihood of successful repigmentation, suggesting a potential new method for identifying patients who may benefit the most from surgical interventions.
June 2025 in “Cell Metabolism” This study found that dietary serine levels influence hair follicle stem cells' ability to balance hair regeneration and wound repair, offering insights for potential interventions to accelerate wound healing.
April 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that elevated luteinizing hormone levels were significantly associated with female pattern hair loss, and implicated LH/LHR signaling in the aging and damage of hair follicles.