May 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” In this proof-of-concept study, researchers found that hair grafts preserved in preconditioned autologous platelet-rich plasma with photothermal biostimulation and phosphate-buffered saline remained viable for eight hours before transplantation, outperforming saline solution and Ringer's lactate by two hours.
January 2008 in “Abstracts” Minoxidil sulfate gel can be used to treat hair loss.
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July 1990 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” Diazoxide, minoxidil sulphate, and cromakalim relax rat blood vessels by opening K+ channels, with some differences in their actions.
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September 2014 in “Neuro-Oncology” This study found that the prophylactic use of shiunko ointment may help prevent or reduce the severity of radiation-induced scalp dermatitis in patients undergoing radiotherapy for brain tumors.
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January 1987 in “Dermatology” This study observed that the active metabolite minoxidil sulfate promotes vascular relaxation by enhancing potassium permeability, which may inform understanding of minoxidil's antihypertensive and hair growth effects.
December 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article compares the efficacy of topical tea and zinc sulfate in treating acne rosacea but does not present new clinical results.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” In isolated rat lymph vessels, this study found that ATP-sensitive potassium channel openers impair lymph contractions and reduce lymph flow, potentially contributing to peripheral edema.
January 2014 in “Sen i Gakkaishi” In this study, liposome-encapsulated thioglycolic acid improved hair perming by enhancing the penetration of perm solutions, resulting in a stronger S-shaped wave and higher cysteine content compared to the control.
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January 2019 in “Recent Advances in Biology and Medicine” This study found that a combination of 5% DMSO and BSA minimizes toxic effects on the cytogenetic stability of dermal papilla cells during cryopreservation.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Scientific Reports” This study found that OZiva+ advanced hair growth serum significantly increased hair follicle length and showed no irritation, indicating it may be a safer alternative to traditional hair loss treatments like minoxidil.
August 2025 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This study presents a novel hydrogel scaffold made from tilapia collagen, which when activated by ultrasound, reprograms macrophages to promote wound healing, enhance angiogenesis, and stimulate hair follicle regeneration, offering a potential new method for treating inflammatory wounds.
June 2024 in “Advanced therapeutics” In this study, a novel hydrogel dressing combining photodynamic therapy with organic semiconductor nanoparticles and silk fibroin demonstrated effective antibacterial action and enhanced wound healing and hair follicle regeneration in a mouse model, showing promise as an advanced wound care solution.
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June 1988 in “PubMed” In this study, minoxidil sulfate was found to relax norepinephrine-induced contractions in rabbit mesenteric arteries, possibly by acting as a K+ channel agonist, but it did not relax K+-induced contractions.
July 2022 in “Siriraj Medical Bulletin” This study developed a hair conditioner incorporating shogun orange peel extract, which was found to strengthen and smooth hair, enhance elasticity, and was well-received by users, as evidenced by a high satisfaction rating of 4.40 out of 5.
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January 2018 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses the potential use of spin traps in cosmetic products to limit reactive oxygen species generated by pollution, emphasizing the need for further research due to toxicity and regulatory concerns.
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February 1976 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study found that topical γ‐Oryzanol significantly stimulated sebaceous gland cell activity and sebum production in rats.
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January 2012 This study suggests that chitosan-enhanced human serum albumin nanoparticles could serve as a safe and effective carrier for delivering anticancer drugs like tamoxifen.
September 2024 in “Research Repository Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim (University of Southampton)” In this study, researchers identified an optimal shampoo formulation using Design Expert software, which showed no significant differences in viscosity and foam height, and the physical characteristics met acceptable standards, suggesting its potential for supporting hair health and preventing hair loss.
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May 2025 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” In this study, PEVIII, a nanocomposite chitosan-coated vesicle containing both α-hederin and hederacoside C, demonstrated notable antibacterial activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa in a keratitis model, showing significant lesion reduction, tissue improvement, and decreased bacterial load and inflammatory markers compared to other treatments.
June 2006 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” This review highlights the potential benefits of spironolactone in dermatology, particularly for female acne, supporting its safety over long-term use without extensive testing, but presents no new clinical results.
January 2026 in “Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry” This study developed a metal-free method for synthesizing sulfinimidate esters, showcasing their potential as versatile intermediates for enantioselective bond formation under mild conditions.
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January 2017 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that Orthosiphon stamineus extract significantly stimulated dermal papilla cell proliferation and enhanced hair growth in an ex vivo model of androgenic alopecia compared to vehicle-treated controls.
September 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that anisotropic osmolyte solutions may improve hair follicle turnover and condition in both in vitro and in silico models, as well as in human volunteers with hair disorders.
June 2025 in “Samarra Journal of Pure and Applied Science” This study developed a rapid and accurate spectrophotometric method using diazotized sulfanilic acid to measure minoxidil in both pharmaceutical formulations and pure form, demonstrating high precision and linearity within a concentration range of 5-40 μg/ml.
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June 1947 in “Analytical Chemistry” Cold waving solutions quickly reduce cystine to cysteine in hair.
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April 2009 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” In this study, niosomal formulations enhanced minoxidil skin accumulation compared to commercial and control solutions, suggesting a potential improvement for topical delivery in hair loss treatment.
This study reports that in a rat model of myocardial infarction, Zn-Cu ion sequential therapy improved cardiac function and cardiomyocyte metabolic activity by precisely regulating ion concentrations and maintaining elevated levels of the Per2 protein, important for cellular repair.
October 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” This study reports that using a hydrogel-based therapy that dynamically regulates reactive oxygen species helps achieve skin regeneration in infected wounds, promoting organized dermal architecture with improved hair follicle and blood vessel formation, rather than scar formation.
This study found that iontophoresis significantly increased folicular delivery of minoxidil sulfate and sustained release when combined with chitosan microparticles, suggesting potential to reduce application frequency for treating androgenic alopecia.
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