January 2024 in “Open MIND” This study will evaluate the potential of photobiomodulation, both alone and combined with melatonin supplementation, to promote hair regrowth in German Spitz dogs with alopecia X, by measuring hair follicle density and thickness over a 90-day period.
January 2021 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma with microneedling is effective for hair loss, but the number of sessions needed varies.
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September 2011 in “Scanning” This study found that multiphoton microscopy effectively visualizes the microstructure of in vivo mouse skin, offering a clear view of various skin layers and components like corneocytes and collagen fibers.
December 2025 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” This study found that Melamax®, originally developed as an eco-friendly hair dye, provides significant protection against ultraviolet-induced oxidative and inflammatory damage in keratinocytes by modulating gene expression and signaling pathways, highlighting its dual potential for cosmetic coloration and skin photoprotection.
September 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Permanent makeup can cause delayed allergic reactions, but they can be managed with proper treatment.
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April 1995 in “Animal Science/Animal science” This study found that melatonin implants advanced the timing of the spring moult and increased hair follicle activity in adult cashmere goats, but had no significant effects on juvenile goats.
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January 2023 in “Biomaterials Science” This study reviews recent advancements in microneedles made from PLGA, highlighting their use in delivering vaccines, drugs, and proteins through the skin with minimal invasiveness, and discusses the challenges and future potential of these delivery systems.
January 2021 in “Medical research archives” In this study, researchers examined a new propylene glycol-free 5% minoxidil lotion for 6 months among individuals with androgenic alopecia and found it demonstrated good clinical efficacy, with 74% showing a positive response, and very high cosmetic acceptability and tolerability, comparable to traditional formulations.
February 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” In this study, microneedle-assisted delivery of polyglutamate significantly improved hair parameters, scalp symptoms, and quality of life in androgenetic alopecia patients, with no serious adverse reactions reported.
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February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews the potential impact of melatonin on hair growth, noting its benefits observed in animals, but reports no clinical results in humans to date.
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June 2005 in “Small ruminant research” This study found that melatonin combined with bromocryptine treatment in Spanish goats increased secondary hair follicle numbers and extended the cashmere growth phase during spring.
May 2025 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This study reported that nonablative monopolar radiofrequency therapy provided sustained reductions in both inflammatory and noninflammatory acne lesion counts and sebum production in participants with moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris, with high patient satisfaction and no significant adverse effects observed up to 12 months posttreatment.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, maternal melatonin implantation in pregnant rabbits reduced hair follicle cell apoptosis and increased hair follicle density in their neonatal offspring, suggesting a beneficial impact on hair follicle development mediated through specific molecular pathways.
June 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” In this case report, a 20-year-old man with a birthmark was identified as having a supernumerary nipple, a developmental anomaly, using dermoscopy to distinguish it from other pigmented skin lesions such as melanocytic nevus or basal cell carcinoma.
June 2024 in “MEDFARM Jurnal Farmasi dan Kesehatan” This study observed that rosemary oil nanoliposome gel has good physical characteristics and stability, making it a potentially suitable formulation for promoting hair growth in cosmetic preparations.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that Pinus massoniana needles extract may promote hair regrowth in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, potentially by reducing oxidative stress and affecting immune, metabolic, and apoptosis-related pathways.
December 2025 in “Medical Lasers” This prospective study found that 1,927-nm fractionated thulium laser treatment significantly increased hair and terminal hair counts in 11 men with pattern hair loss, although it did not change average hair thickness, suggesting it may be a promising therapy for this condition.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that negative pressure fractional microneedle radiofrequency significantly improved periorbital wrinkles, hydration, and dermal thickness in patients with periorbital aging, while also increasing orderly collagen and elastic fibers, with minimal adverse effects reported.
July 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This case report described a 32-year-old woman with plica neuropathica who was diagnosed with schizophrenia after initially seeking dermatological care for her severely matted hair, illustrating a rare presentation of schizophrenia and the importance of considering psychiatric conditions in such cases.
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July 2005 in “The FASEB journal” This study found that hair follicles in both mice and humans may serve as an important site for melatonin synthesis and signaling, potentially influencing hair cycle regulation by modulating keratinocyte apoptosis.
This study found that human placental extract significantly improved melasma, chronic ulcers, and alopecia areata without major adverse effects, suggesting its effectiveness and safety for these conditions.
Combining microneedling with platelet-rich plasma enhances skin repair and collagen production but may not offer significant extra benefits.
October 2025 in “Molecular Genetics and Genomics” August 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” January 2020 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This study found that treating androgenetic alopecia patients with microneedle-delivered GFC containing FGF5s and NMN increased hair density and diameter compared to normal saline.
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January 2020 in “RSC advances” In this study, researchers developed a new Supported Ionic Liquid Phase palladium catalyst that showed effectiveness in aminocarbonylation reactions for synthesizing pharmaceutical compounds like CX-546 and a precursor of Finasteride, though results were sensitive to substrate variations and prompted palladium leaching concerns.
June 2024 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” This case report highlights the rare co-occurrence of Pili Annulati and Trichorrhexis Nodosa in a Syrian woman, underlining the need for further research into their relationship and treatment.
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January 2019 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This case report describes a rare occurrence of nevus comedonicus on the scalp of a 19-year-old woman, highlighting its unusual location and classic appearance.