December 2021 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This study reported cases of post-COVID-19 telogen effluvium in patients who also exhibited distinctive red band changes in their nails.
April 2026 in “Al-Mustaqbal Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences” In this study using a mouse model, researchers observed that topical nifedipine cream at 0.3% concentration promoted hair growth more effectively than 2% minoxidil solution, suggesting that nifedipine may have potential as a hair growth treatment.
8 citations
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that using elastic nano-liposomes to deliver palmitoylethanolamide improved its transdermal delivery and enhanced its skincare effects, with minimal cytotoxicity and no allergic reactions observed.
13 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of the American Medical Directors Association” This review discusses the characteristics, prevalence, and treatment challenges of trichotillomania and provides no new clinical findings.
4 citations
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August 2022 in “Lasers in medical science” In this study, both 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser and long-pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser effectively reduced enlarged facial pores, with no significant difference in efficacy and minimal side effects, though the Nd:YAG laser had less severe side effects.
6 citations
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August 2020 in “International Research Journal on Advanced Science Hub” In this study, researchers developed a niosomal gel system for transdermal delivery of testosterone, reporting strong penetrative capability, good spreadability, and a promising in vitro drug release profile, suggesting it may be an effective alternative for reducing the side effects of steroid treatments.
31 citations
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September 2019 in “Acta Pharmacologica Sinica”
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June 2019 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” This study found that in rodent models, the ability of D1 dopamine receptor activation to impair sensory gating is facilitated by 5α-reductase type 1, which produces allopregnanolone.
January 2013 in “Anti-infection Pharmacy” This review discusses the pharmacological and dermatological uses of Ligustri Lucidi Fructus and its components, such as anti-inflammation, anti-allergy, anti-dermatotumor effects, and hair growth promotion, but reports no new clinical results.
44 citations
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March 2016 in “Frontiers in cellular neuroscience” In this study using zebrafish, four bisbenzylisoquinoline derivatives were found to protect hair cells from aminoglycoside-induced damage without reducing antibiotic efficacy, potentially leading to therapies for patients undergoing such treatments.
3 citations
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October 2018 in “Revista de Chimie” This review discusses the potential medicinal properties and pharmacokinetic features of nettle compounds ursolic acid and quercetin, highlighting quercetin as a promising candidate for antioxidant and anti-aging effects, but reports no new clinical results.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of kalonji oil for hair health and provides application tips but reports no clinical results.
July 2014 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” This article summarizes lessons and tips from the Dermatology Nurses’ Association’s annual conference, sharing insights on various dermatology topics but does not present new research results.
4 citations
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” In this study, the Narasoo healing shampoo and Hair tonic were associated with improvements in scalp hydration, hair gloss, and hair growth, but further research is recommended to confirm these effects.
3 citations
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January 2020 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This clinical case report presents photographs of a patient with Netherton syndrome, highlighting severe inflammatory vegetative lesions on the pubic area and umbilicus.
April 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” In this study, a combined rosemary and neem extract outperformed ketoconazole and minoxidil in treating dandruff, scalp disorders, and promoting hair growth, demonstrating potent antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties in lab settings.
July 2025 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” This article reports on the 2025 Annual Dermatology Nurses’ Association Convention, emphasizing its role in education, networking, and advocacy advice, and provides insights into managing stress-related skin issues and hair loss, as well as dermatology treatment advances.
March 2024 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” This study developed a delivery platform using hyaluronic acid-based dissolvable microneedles with nanoliposomes containing kopexil and kopyrrol, which showed improved hair regeneration for treating androgenetic alopecia in vivo at lower dosages compared to minoxidil.
13 citations
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January 2023 This chapter discusses current nonsurgical facial rejuvenation techniques such as skin treatments and injectable fillers, but it reports no new clinical results.
52 citations
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January 2020 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that nanostructured lipid carriers with clobetasol propionate significantly enhance follicular drug delivery compared to commercial cream, and manual massage further doubles follicular retention.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The moisturizer with phytol improved skin texture and reduced fine wrinkles better than the moisturizer without it.
March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants” Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.
11 citations
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study observed that patients using Erol(®) Energy shampoo and tonic reported improved symptoms of scalp irritation and rated product tolerance as good to excellent.
21 citations
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April 2018 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” This study found that SER120 nasal spray significantly improved nocturia symptoms and quality of life compared to placebo in patients 50 years and older, with both tested doses showing efficacy and an acceptable safety profile over a 12-week period.
124 citations
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January 1995 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” This article reports a case of Netherton's syndrome that responded to 12% ammonium lactate lotion, suggesting potential treatment benefits for skin and allergic symptoms in this rare condition.
78 citations
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January 2000 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that the progestins norgestimate and dienogest may help treat clinical hyperandrogeny in women by inhibiting skin 5 alpha-reductase activity with minimal androgenic potential.
May 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that kojic acid and niacinamide were the most effective inhibitors of UVB-induced NF-κB activation and IL-6 secretion in HaCaT keratinocytes, suggesting a role in modulating melanotrophic factor synthesis.
September 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This issue contains notes by Dr. Bradley Wolf and mentions comments by Dr. Jerry Cooley, but it presents no new research findings.
This study found that neurosteroids influence oxytocin secretion in sheep, particularly during stress and pregnancy, suggesting their role in protecting and maintaining pregnancy under harmful conditions.