17 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This study found that the gut microbiota composition in patients with post-finasteride syndrome differs significantly from healthy controls, with reduced diversity and specific microbial changes, suggesting a potential diagnostic marker and therapeutic target.
16 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” This review discusses the role of gut microbiota in autoimmune and immune-mediated dermatological conditions like lupus and psoriasis, but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further study into microbial signatures and treatments.
This research found significant associations between gut microbiome composition and 14 out of 37 examined health conditions, suggesting that increased microbial abundance often aligns with favorable health states.
This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia showed distinct scalp bacterial imbalances compared to healthy individuals, which were associated with unhealthy lifestyles. These microbial changes might contribute to follicular inflammation, potentially accelerating hair loss in these patients.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This review reports that Fenugreek seeds contain compounds like Galactomannan and Trigonelline, which show anti-diabetic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects, while Fenugreek leaves have high saponin content, contributing to their anti-microbial activities.
November 2023 in “Dermatology Research and Reports” This study reported that a 1% ivermectin topical cream for rosacea was stable over six months, showing no significant changes in key physical properties or microbial contamination, suggesting it may reduce chronic antibiotic use in rosacea treatment.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Allergy” In this study, patients with scalp seborrheic dermatitis exhibited distinct patterns of allergen sensitization tied to symptoms, impaired skin barrier, and altered microbiota, emphasizing the need to consider allergen exposure, barrier status, and microbial balance when interpreting patch test results.
January 2025 in “Universidad de Córdoba Insitutional Repository (Universidad de Córdoba)” In this study, researchers observed that individuals with alopecia areata exhibited significant changes in scalp microbiota diversity and composition, which were linked to disease severity and inflammation markers, though it remains unclear if these microbial shifts are a cause or a result of hair loss.
113 citations
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August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” This review discusses the developments in antifungal treatments for dermatophyte infections since 2008, reporting no new oral agents but introducing newer topical options like efinaconazole and tavaborole.
6 citations
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in plant science” In this study, NREs from lentil root nodules, specifically Serratia plymuthica 33GS and Serratia sp. R6, significantly enhanced lentil growth, altered root exudation, and modulated rhizospheric microbial communities in a greenhouse setting.
4 citations
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December 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that in people with leprosy sequelae, ulcers on the lower limbs exhibited decreased microbial diversity and reduced abundance of specific bacteria compared to normal skin, with skin metabolites closely linked to these microbial changes.
May 2024 in “Journal of colloid and interface science” This study developed a bilayer bionic skin scaffold that mimics the skin's structure to resist microbial invasion and enhance wound healing, with in vivo animal studies showing improved collagen deposition, neovascularization, and hair follicle formation.
72 citations
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July 2022 in “Frontiers in Systems Biology” This review provides a comprehensive guide to the human microbiome and reports no new experimental results; it highlights the impact of modern lifestyles on microbial homeostasis and the necessity of conservation efforts.
December 2024 in “Medicine” This study suggests a potential genetic link between gut microbiota and androgenetic alopecia, identifying specific microbial taxa associated with either increased or reduced risk.
35 citations
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October 2005 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” This study found that polymers significantly improved the chemical and microbial stability of steroid hormones in liposome formulations over eight weeks, with finasteride showing the highest diffusion rate.
5 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” In this study, researchers using Mendelian randomization found a potential causal relationship between the gut microbiome and alopecia areata, with 16 gut microbial taxa showing links to the condition, though reverse causation results were not statistically significant.
4 citations
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October 2021 in “Microorganisms” This study suggests that both the sebum composition and microbial imbalance on the scalp may play a role in the development of androgenetic alopecia among Japanese males.
April 2024 in “Frontiers in microbiology” This study found that certain gut microbiota are linked with androgenetic alopecia, identifying both risk and protective microbial factors, which could inform targeted probiotic strategies for managing AGA.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that bio fabricated herbal silver nanoparticles from Blumea lacera extracts demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and notable anti-inflammatory effects, though their antioxidant capacity was insignificant compared to the extract.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that patients with androgenetic alopecia show differences in scalp microbial communities compared to the general population, including an increase in Cutibacterium acnes, particularly in males, which may interact with lipid and immune pathways to contribute to hair follicle miniaturization.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Biomolecules” This study examined the latest advances in synthetic biology for increasing microbial production of sesquiterpenol compounds, highlighting innovative strategies to overcome challenges such as low yields and terpenoid-related toxicity, which hinder industrial-scale applications.
46 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review compiles current information about Eclipta prostrata, traditional uses, and its promising pharmacological properties, like hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, but emphasizes that more research is needed to fully understand its mechanisms and ensure safety for clinical application.
26 citations
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May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” This study observed that hair follicles in hair loss patients had increased levels of Propionibacterium acnes, potentially linked to elevated immune response gene expression in miniaturized hair follicles.
7 citations
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November 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses how polymer- and lipid-based nanostructures can enhance wound healing by addressing issues like microbial contamination and inflammation, though it reports no new clinical results.
June 2025 in “Microorganisms” In this study, researchers observed significant differences in hair follicle microbiome diversity and microbial composition between hair loss and healthy groups, uncovering specific patterns and functional changes associated with female pattern hair loss, which may aid future targeted approaches for androgenetic alopecia.
67 citations
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April 2007 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This article reviews the development and formulation of shampoos, emphasizing their dual role as cosmetic and medicinal products, but presents no new experimental findings.
16 citations
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January 2012 in “Asian pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine” This study found that a 2% polyherbal phyto-complex cream containing aqueous extracts of Trichosanthes cucumerina and Abrus precatorius effectively promoted hair growth in preclinical tests, comparable to minoxidil 2%.
8 citations
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January 2024 in “Microorganisms” This study found that administering dupilumab to patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis over 12 weeks altered both fungal and bacterial skin microbiomes, increasing microbial diversity and decreasing colonization by Malassezia and Staphylococcus aureus at lesion sites.
8 citations
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March 2023 in “BMC Research Notes” This pilot study explored a new method using laser-capture microdissection and 16S rRNA gene sequencing to analyze the human scalp hair follicle microbiome more accurately, revealing region-specific variations in microbial diversity and abundance.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “JID Innovations” This review reports that the unique tunnel structures in advanced hidradenitis suppurativa impair quality of life and resist biological therapy, with their formation involving complex cellular and molecular interactions, including microbial dysbiosis, all contributing to ongoing inflammation and scarring.