July 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The inhibitor DPP can promote hair growth.
March 2024 in “Journal of functional foods” Collagen peptides from marine and bovine sources may help prevent hair loss by affecting hair follicle stem cells differently.
121 citations,
March 1989 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil can help grow hair in mice by making cells grow and improving hair quality. More research needed.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Maca root extract protects hair follicles and promotes hair growth.
66 citations,
January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.
11 citations,
January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Caffeine may help hair growth in hereditary hair loss.
August 2021 in “Oxford University Press eBooks” The skin is a complex organ that protects the body, regulates temperature, and has roles in immunity, hormone function, and vitamin D metabolism.
May 2024 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” Exosomes show promise for treating skin diseases and improving skin regeneration.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Genetics” Overexpressing ovine β-catenin in mice skin increases hair follicle density and growth.
14 citations,
April 2022 in “Climacteric” Menopause causes dry skin, wrinkles, and hair changes, with hormone therapy helping but not recommended just for these issues.
6 citations,
May 2022 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Marine microbes could be used in cosmetics for sun protection, skin care, and possibly preventing hair loss.
32 citations,
January 2005 in “Advances in Biochemical Engineering / Biotechnology” Fetal wounds heal without scarring because of different biological factors, which could help improve adult wound healing.
August 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Polyunsaturated fatty acids, like arachidonic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, can promote hair growth and may help treat hair loss.
36 citations,
November 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Prolactin may affect hair growth differently based on gender and scalp area.
92 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMAL1 and Period1 genes can influence human hair growth.
October 2023 in “Apollo medicine” The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
24 citations,
July 1980 in “Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health” High doses of norethindrone acetate in rats caused various organ changes but didn't significantly increase tumor rates.
1 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that the skin is a complex organ providing protection, sensation, and healing, with challenges in treating conditions like itchiness.
2 citations,
September 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” T-regulatory cells are important for skin health and can affect hair growth and reduce skin inflammation.
10 citations,
April 2022 in “Critical reviews in food science and nutrition” Skin odorant receptors respond to flavors and could be targeted to improve skin health and treat diseases.
May 2024 in “Cell proliferation” Melatonin helps hair grow by activating a specific signaling pathway.
December 2009 in “생명과학회지” Thymosin β4 and VEGF are important for organ function and may help with blood vessel formation.
January 2006 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Medications used in mesotherapy can affect hair growth and the cells that help hair grow.
146 citations,
January 2004 in “Hormones” Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
14 citations,
July 2017 in “Fitoterapia” Oleanolic acid promotes hair growth by increasing cell proliferation through the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
42 citations,
March 2018 in “PLOS Biology” Autophagy is important for human hair growth and health.
7 citations,
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Extracellular vesicles show promise for wound healing, but more research is needed to improve their stability and production.
April 2020 in “BMC endocrine disorders” A woman with childhood growth hormone deficiency had multiple hormone deficiencies and developed serious lung and kidney problems later in life.
53 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Microneedling combined with triamcinolone can safely stimulate faster hair regrowth in people with Alopecia Areata.
6 citations,
August 2015 in “Acta histochemica” Lysozyme might help mouse hair grow.