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.
February 2023 in “Medicine in novel technology and devices” This study found that microneedle delivery of Polygonum multiflorum extract led to earlier pigmentation and hair regrowth in mice with androgenetic alopecia.
June 2025 in “Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry” In this study, researchers developed a precise and rapid method for simultaneously analyzing minoxidil and finasteride in local therapeutic formulations, ensuring that the excipients did not interfere, making it suitable for routine quality control.
15 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This case report presents a 6-year-old boy with both folliculotropic mycosis fungoides and primary follicular mucinosis, providing insights on differentiating the two conditions in pediatric patients.
1 citations
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July 2020 in “Revista Cereus” This study highlights microneedling as a safe and effective technique for treating androgenetic alopecia in men by permeating active agents, stimulating collagen, and enhancing angiogenesis, which may improve hair growth by activating cellular division and growth.
January 2013 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This study found that home-use microneedle devices combined with 5% minoxidil are not inferior to using 5% minoxidil alone for treating pattern hair loss, and may safely enhance hair growth.
5 citations
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January 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this study, researchers evaluated the antifungal effectiveness of topical products on infected kitten hair, finding most were effective after one application, with enilconazole and lime sulfur showing residual activity; however, 0.15% ketoconazole with chlorhexidine had no such lasting effect.
29 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Microscopy” This study describes a modified reduction-osmication method for staining human scalp hair that improves reagent penetration and visualization of hair cortex features using transmission electron microscopy.
71 citations
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January 2019 in “International journal of biological sciences” This study proposes the miR-22-5p-LEF1 axis as a novel pathway that may regulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation.
1 citations
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June 2017 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses the follicular unit extraction technique for hair transplantation, noting its rise in popularity due to patient demand and improved surgical skills, but reports no new clinical results.
In this study, microneedling radiofrequency followed by topical exosome application was associated with significant increases in hair density and diameter, showing promising potential as a therapy for pattern hair loss.
15 citations
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September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract reviews the evolution of hair restoration techniques, from 19th-century surgical scalp flaps to modern FUE and FUT methods, without providing new clinical findings.
8 citations
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January 2005 in “SKINmed Dermatology for the Clinician” This case report details three patients with follicular mycosis fungoides, highlighting an impressive response to bexarotene in advanced cases, suggesting potential for further research on this treatment's effectiveness.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that Follicular Maps, derived from trichoscopic images, remained consistent over time and unaffected by hair cycling or noncicatricial alopecia, offering a precise tool for diagnosing and monitoring hair and scalp conditions.
January 2019 in “Hair transplant forum international” In this study, using sterile gloves during hair restoration surgery did not reduce scalp contamination compared to clean gloves due to the natural microbiome of the scalp.
This study found that hyaluronic acid increased the size of hair follicle germ-like aggregates and the number of proliferative cells but did not maintain specific markers during the process.
January 1987 in “Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS)” This article discusses the metabolism of benzo(a)pyrene in chemical carcinogenesis and reports no new experimental findings.
September 2019 in “Ukrainian Journal of Dermatology Venerology Cosmetology” In this study, 90 pediatric patients with scalp microsporia were treated with a combination of griseofulvin, Antral, sertaconazole nitrate cream, and Bion 3 Kid, resulting in complete recovery, reduced treatment duration, and prevention of disease recurrence and colds, with high drug tolerability.
4 citations
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January 2022 in “Yonsei Medical Journal” This article discusses the potential of novel microneedle transdermal systems for enhanced drug and vaccine delivery through the skin, but reports no clinical results and emphasizes ongoing trials.
68 citations
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March 2008 in “Experimental dermatology” This study introduced a novel in vitro assay for tracking melanosome transfer between melanocytes and keratinocytes, facilitating the quantification of melanin transfer and supporting the role of filopodia as a conduit.
11 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This commentary reviews the evidence for microinflammation's role in pattern hair loss and suggests that further studies with age- and sex-matched controls are needed to substantiate the findings.
9 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This study found that follicular acantholysis is a common histopathological feature in pemphigus, with differences in depth between pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus lesions that may aid in diagnosis.
7 citations
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November 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This review discusses the combined use of follicular unit extraction and scalp micropigmentation for hair loss treatment, reporting no new clinical results; the authors note significant industry growth.
April 2024 in “Al-Azhar International Medical Journal /Al-Azhar International Medical Journal” This study at Al-Azhar University Hospitals found that combining a fractional CO2 laser or microneedling with topical 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is more effective and safe for treating vitiligo than using either treatment alone, offering a new therapeutic option for patients.
4 citations
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December 2020 This case report describes a woman with frontal fibrosing alopecia who did not improve with hydroxychloroquine and topical minoxidil but achieved clinical stabilization with methotrexate monotherapy.
10 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology” This study suggests that ultra-fine powders of steamed and lyophilized mature silkworms may have enhanced pharmacological effects compared to fine powders, possibly due to their smaller particle size.
November 2018 in “Studies in Medical Sciences” This study found that Finasteride microemulsion gel significantly reduced acne lesions in men compared to a control treatment over three months.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that specific treatment parameters disrupted follicles and sebaceous glands, damaging the bacteria Cutibacterium acnes and promoting follicular remodeling, which may improve both inflammatory and noninflammatory acne lesions.
18 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that high-frequency ultrasound was effective in localizing deep tumor margins in basal cell carcinoma, suggesting its utility in selecting therapeutic approaches.