research A Review of Keratin-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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research Artificial Hair: From the Dawn to Automatic Biofibre Hair Implant
Biofibre® hair implants are safe and effective for alopecia when proper procedures are followed, with high patient satisfaction.
research Regulations: Report on the Royal College of Surgeons of England’s Professional Standards for Cosmetic Practice and the United Kingdom Department of Health’s Review of the Regulation of Cosmetic Interventions
The UK published guidelines recommending that only qualified medical professionals should perform cosmetic procedures, with the possibility of these guidelines influencing future laws.
research Alkylation of Human Hair Keratin for Tunable Hydrogel Erosion and Drug Delivery in Tissue Engineering Applications
Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
research Microneedle Applications in Improving Skin Appearance
Microneedles help improve skin appearance and deliver skin treatments effectively, but safety concerns need more research and regulation.
research Carboxytherapy in Aesthetic Medicine
Carboxytherapy can improve skin conditions with few side effects, but results may vary and are not guaranteed.
research II Nanosciences and Nanotechnology Biomedicals Symposium - Proceedings
Nanotechnology shows promise for better drug delivery and cancer treatment.
research Japan Strengthens Regenerative Medicine Oversight
Japan improved its regulation of regenerative medicine to ensure safety and prevent unproven treatments.
research Current Concepts and Translational Uses of Platelet-Rich Plasma Biotechnology
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for tissue repair and immune response, but more research is needed to fully understand it and optimize its use.
research Podcasting in Dermatology Education
Podcasting could improve dermatology education if it had more consistent, evidence-based content and better regulation.
research The Prescribing Cascade 3.0: A Case for Recreational Drugs in HIV
Recreational drug use can cause misdiagnosed conditions and drug interactions in HIV patients.
research Microneedles in Improving Skin Appearance and Enhanced Delivery of Cosmeceuticals
Microneedle technology is effective for skin rejuvenation and enhancing cosmeceutical delivery, with ongoing innovation and increasing commercialization.
research Impact of a Health Alert and Its Implementation on Flutamide Prescriptions for Women: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis
Health warnings and public health actions led to a significant drop in flutamide prescriptions for women, but off-label use still continues.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research Needle Transportable Semi-Automatic Hair Follicle Implanter and Image-Based Hair Density Estimation for Advanced Hair Transplantation Surgery
A new semi-automatic hair implanter could make hair transplants easier, more successful, and more accessible.
research Supplement Use Among Women Experiencing Hair Loss
Most women with hair loss take more supplements than average, but these often don't help and can be risky and costly.
research Smart Microneedles for Therapy and Diagnosis
Microneedle technology has advanced for painless drug delivery and sensitive detection but faces a gap between experimental use and clinical needs.
research Staphylococcus Lugdunensis and Trichophyton Tonsurans Infection in Synthetic Hair Implants
A man got a scalp infection from synthetic hair implants because the procedure wasn't done by a doctor and was poorly managed.
research Keratinocytes and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells: The Heir and the Spare to Regenerative Cellular Therapies for Difficult-to-Heal Skin Wounds
Keratinocytes and adipose-derived stem cells can effectively heal difficult skin wounds.
research Automatic Artificial Hair Implant: Safety and Efficacy in Androgenetic Alopecia. A Prospective Study with a Highly Biocompatible Fiber
Implant safely and effectively treats hair loss.
research Pattern Hair Loss in Men: Diagnosis, Genetic Link, Clinical Features, and Treatments
Male pattern hair loss caused by follicular miniaturization; early diagnosis and treatment can reduce psychological burden.
research Electrolysis and Thermolysis for Permanent Hair Removal
The document concludes that electrolysis and thermolysis can permanently remove hair but calls for better regulation to ensure safety, and notes a possibility of hair regrowth and rare complications.
research Skin: Basic Structure and Function
The skin is a complex barrier that protects the body, regulates temperature, and helps with immune responses.
research Risk of Meningioma Among Users of High Doses of Cyproterone Acetate Compared With the General Population: Evidence From a Population-Based Cohort Study
High doses of cyproterone acetate are linked to an increased risk of developing meningioma.
research Skin Diseases Associated With Hepatitis C Virus: Facts and Controversies
Hepatitis C virus can cause skin diseases and dermatologists play a crucial role in identifying these conditions.
research Two Cases of Stroke Associated with the Use of Finasteride, an Approved Drug for Male-Pattern Hair Loss in Japan
Finasteride, a hair loss medication, may be linked to stroke in young men.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Food Supplement Containing L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens Extract, and Biotin for Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial
The food supplement with L-cystine, Serenoa repens extract, and biotin safely reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in men and women.
research Implantation of Biocompatible Fibers for the Temporary Correction of Scalp Scars and Androgenetic Alopecia
Fiber implants effectively treat permanent hair loss with over 85% success and minimal complications.
research Development of Uniform Protocol for Alopecia Areata Clinical Trials
A standard protocol for alopecia areata clinical trials was created to improve consistency and encourage more research.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.