Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
397 citations
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February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
77 citations
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August 2020 in “Cell” Muscles and nerves that cause goosebumps also help control hair growth.
74 citations
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January 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” The conclusion is that hair growth can be improved by activating hair cycles, changing the surrounding environment, healing wounds to create new hair follicles, and using stem cell technology.
70 citations
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April 2017 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” Blue light promotes hair growth by interacting with specific receptors in hair follicles.
70 citations
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December 2004 in “Differentiation” The study identified and characterized new keratin genes linked to hair follicles and epithelial tissues.
59 citations
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March 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil promotes hair growth but may cause side effects; needs monitoring.
57 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Improving the environment and cell interactions is key for creating human hair in the lab.
45 citations
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October 2014 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Modified rat stem cells on a special scaffold improved blood vessel formation and wound healing in skin substitutes.
43 citations
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November 2009 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” TGF-β2 plays a key role in human hair growth and development.
37 citations
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January 2009 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Hair follicle stem cells can turn into various cell types and help repair nerves.
22 citations
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June 2012 in “PLOS ONE” Cholesterol-related compounds can stop hair growth and cause inflammation in a type of scarring hair loss.
19 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Dermal-epidermal interactions are crucial for hair growth and maintenance.
17 citations
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July 2014 in “Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine” Abnormal cuticle and hair shaft medulla cause hair loss in androgenetic alopecia; sonography helps diagnose and manage it.
11 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology” New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
7 citations
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December 2017 in “Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciências” 6-Gingerol from ginger may slow down hair growth by affecting certain enzymes and growth factors.
6 citations
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May 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hair follicle regeneration is possible but challenging, especially in humans, due to the need for specific cells and a better understanding of how they signal growth.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” Researchers found 617 genes that behave differently in cashmere goat hair follicles, which could help understand hair growth.
4 citations
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December 2020 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” Tetracycline can stick to hair follicles and potentially cause hair loss.
4 citations
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November 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
4 citations
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” Red deer antler extract helps hair grow by extending the growth phase and increasing cell growth in hair follicles.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PHAT may improve hair growth better than PRP alone.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin research and technology” OCT can detect hidden hair follicles in alopecia areata, indicating potential hair regrowth.
1 citations
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February 2019 in “Paediatrics and Child Health” The document concludes that understanding hair biology and recognizing hair conditions are crucial for managing and treating hair loss in children.
1 citations
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July 2005 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
1 citations
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January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.
December 2023 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Indian medicinal plants can help with hair growth and common hair issues.
Glycyrrhizic acid and licorice extract can significantly reduce unwanted hair growth.
October 2023 in “Clinical medicine and medical research” Thyroid function may influence hair loss after COVID-19.
Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and affecting growth factors.