July 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This review explores the potential of microneedling as a drug delivery system for treating melasma, focusing on its mechanisms, safety, efficacy, and clinical advantages over conventional therapies like hydroquinone and lasers.
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January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This review suggested that low-level light therapy using red/near-infrared light could be a safe and effective treatment for various skin and hair conditions, though more robust trials are needed to solidify its clinical utility.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” This study found that the MIRA technique, which customizes needle length and injection angle guided by ultrasound, improved structural and esthetic outcomes for cellulite treatment compared to standard methods.
December 2022 in “Физиотерапия, бальнеология и реабилитация” This integrative literature analysis found that radiofrequency is widely used in dermatocosmetology for facial skin rejuvenation due to its high efficiency and safety, but noted a lack of comprehensive studies on radiofrequency microneedling, which may enhance safety and efficacy over traditional methods.
June 2022 in “Journal of Dermatology Research” This study found that 448-kHz Capacitive-Resistive Electrothermal Therapy led to a significant increase in hair density in women with Female Pattern Hair Loss, likely due to stimulated proliferation of dermal papilla cells.
This study reports that hair mesotherapy can achieve positive clinical outcomes for scalp diseases, particularly when used by expert dermatologists. It is primarily used alongside standard treatments, and as a standalone option only when other treatments are contraindicated or ineffective.
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November 2018 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses iontophoresis, low-frequency ultrasound, and microneedles for enhancing topical drug delivery in dermatological treatments and reports no clinical results; it emphasizes their mechanisms and potential uses.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that combining microneedling with 5% minoxidil improved hair growth in Chinese men with androgenetic alopecia, possibly through activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
This article discusses a novel device for applying mediums to human and animal tissues and reports no new clinical results, focusing on its potential for precise applications and enhanced cell transplants.
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June 2017 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This abstract notes a disclaimer about supporting information and does not report new research findings.
In this study, low-level light therapy increased the proliferation and activation of dermal papilla cells, which in turn may enhance the growth of outer root sheath keratinocytes, suggesting potential mechanisms for improving hair follicle interaction.
February 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study found that a combination therapy of subcision, micro-needling, and TCA CROSS led to significant improvement in atrophic acne scars, with many patients showing improved scar grades over the treatment period.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this ex vivo and in vitro study, researchers found that capacitive resistive electrical transfer therapy increased cell proliferation and reduced cell death in hair follicles from patients with androgenic alopecia, suggesting potential benefits for alopecia treatment.
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June 2018 in “Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research” This review discusses the potential of microneedle arrays for drug delivery and in the cosmetic market, but reports no new clinical results; factors for commercial therapeutic use are explored.
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October 2024 in “Molecular Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the challenges of traditional phytochemical delivery methods and highlights the potential of microneedles to improve intra/transdermal delivery, reporting no new clinical results.
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June 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that using an electrical microneedling device enhanced the penetration of liposomal melanin-fluorescein into hair structures and widened the follicular infundibulum in ex vivo human skin models.
May 2026 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” This review discusses microneedling radiofrequency in cosmetic dermatology, particularly for skin texture improvement and various conditions, and reports no new clinical results.
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February 2026 in “ACS Nano” This study developed the TLMG hydrogel, a seamless in situ biointerface platform, demonstrating robust adhesion, high conductivity, and therapeutic effects for intelligent wound management in complex animal models and human tests, indicating its promise for integrated bioelectronic medicine.
33 citations
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December 2012 in “NMR in Biomedicine” This study reports that microencapsulation of therapeutic cells with contrast agents enables visualization across multiple imaging modalities, potentially improving cellular immunoprotection and tracking after transplantation.
April 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Medicine” This study found that the MIRA technique, using ultrasound-guided needle adjustments, improved cellulite treatment outcomes compared to standard methods in women with stage 3 cellulite, evidenced by greater reductions in adipose thickness and other skin irregularities, along with higher patient satisfaction.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that microbotox, especially when injected intradermally, effectively reduces enlarged facial pores with higher patient satisfaction and longer-lasting results compared to its topical application after microneedling.
This study found that scalp care using micro-needle therapy was effective in improving hair density and thickness in middle-aged women with menopausal symptoms compared to a control group.
May 2020 in “Meeting abstracts/Meeting abstracts (Electrochemical Society. CD-ROM)” This research reported that using an electromechanical system based on flexible nanogenerators significantly accelerated skin wound healing and hair growth, and reduced food intake in rat models.
September 2025 in “Medical Materials Research” This review explores the recent developments and diverse applications of microneedles in drug delivery and diagnostic platforms but reports no new clinical results.
This study reviewed the efficacy of hair intradermotherapy for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding that the technique, whether used alone or with other interventions, can increase hair density, reduce hair loss, and improve patient self-esteem, although professional supervision is recommended to minimize adverse effects.
November 2023 in “Journal of medical and health studies” In this study, combining low-level laser therapy with microneedling showed statistically significant improvement in hair growth for three adult patients with androgenetic alopecia over three months, suggesting it may be a promising management approach.
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February 2025 in “Nano-Micro Letters” This review summarizes the application of microneedles in treating various skin diseases and highlights challenges like low drug loading, noting no new clinical results are reported.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This article reviews the versatile applications of red and infrared light therapy, reporting that these treatments can enhance skin health by modulating cellular processes such as RNA and protein synthesis, oxygen consumption, and reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.
September 2022 in “Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This article discusses the public interest in mesotherapy for rejuvenation, noting inconsistent evidence of its efficacy, and suggests that revised standards for injection depth may improve patient outcomes.
December 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” This study reports that LED phototherapy is gaining popularity as a safe and effective non-invasive method for treating various skin conditions, enhancing skin rejuvenation, wound healing, and inflammation modulation, and is increasingly integrated into clinical protocols for conditions like acne vulgaris and signs of aging.