March 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This article explores the role of ketoconazole shampoo in hair care beyond treating dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis, suggesting it may reduce hair shedding and chronic scalp inflammation, potentially complementing treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
January 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Medicine” This paper proposes integrating Aesthetic Health Psychology into aesthetic medicine to enhance ethical practice and improve patient-reported outcomes by using a comprehensive, interdisciplinary framework.
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July 2025 in “Advanced Materials” This study reports on a zinc-coordinated tri-enzyme nanogel system (Zn@nGSC) that mimics natural enzymatic processes to enhance enzymatic activity and cascade efficiency, showing potential in wound healing, hyperglycemia treatment, and antibacterial effects in a murine model of post-pancreatectomy.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that platelet-rich plasma may improve patient-reported outcomes for scar symptoms like pain and itching at six months, although no significant changes in scar appearance were observed at three months.
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” This narrative review explores how exosomes and cell culture-conditioned media are becoming key players in the cosmetic industry for skin rejuvenation and prejuvenation, emphasizing their multifunctional topical benefits and potential future applications.
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July 2023 in “Biomimetics” This study found that a hair-coating polyphenol complex significantly enhanced the mechanical strength, UV protection, and antistatic properties of damaged hair, suggesting potential benefits for hair treatment.
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July 2019 in “Biomedical Microdevices” This review discusses the safety and potential adverse events of microneedling as both a medical and consumer product, noting the need for further understanding; no new clinical results are presented.
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November 2023 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” In this publication, a collaborative group reviewed the role of dermocosmetics in cancer care and formulated recommendations for using these products to manage skin toxicities and minimize treatment interruptions associated with cancer therapies.
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October 2021 in “The international journal of risk and safety in medicine” This paper describes the development of diagnostic criteria for several enduring sexual dysfunction conditions following the use of certain medications, highlighting common sexual and non-sexual symptoms.
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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.
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January 2021 in “Research, Society and Development” This study reviewed literature on using vegetable oils to prevent skin aging, highlighting their antioxidant properties and their role in combating free radicals, which leads to extrinsic aging, while also noting Brazil's important contribution to this field with its rich natural resources.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights brimonidine’s potential as a dermatological agent, noting its ability to improve rosacea-related facial redness and its effectiveness in various other skin conditions due to its vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory actions, with minimal systemic absorption and a favorable safety profile for long-term use.
May 2025 in “Clinical Medicine Insights Case Reports” This case study reported on a 6-year-old boy with Kindler Syndrome born to consanguineous parents, featuring atypical symptoms like hyperpigmented macules and glucose intolerance, contributing to expanding insights into the condition's phenotypic diversity.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review discusses the potential benefits of phytochemicals for hair care and emphasizes the need for more robust preclinical and clinical studies, without reporting new clinical results.
October 2024 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)” Continuous glucose monitoring and GLP-1 receptor agonists improve diabetes management, but personalized care and education are crucial.
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April 2015 in “Emerging Infectious Diseases” In this study, artesunate was confirmed as an effective treatment for severe malaria, but post-treatment hemolytic anemia occurred, although it was mostly mild and only one transfusion was needed.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” This research outlines how retinoids, compounds based on vitamin A, activate nuclear receptors to influence cellular processes such as differentiation and carcinogenesis, with benefits like anti-inflammatory properties but requiring careful management of dose-dependent side effects.
February 2026 in “Psycho-Oncologie” This narrative review highlights that alopecia areata significantly impacts the psychological wellbeing of cancer patients, contributing to distress, anxiety, and depression, and underscores the importance of integrating dermatologic care with psycho-oncology to improve patient outcomes.
January 2024 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This review suggests that dermatological cosmetic procedures can be safely performed on dark-complexioned skin with appropriate treatment adjustments, highlighting the need for careful consideration to prevent adverse effects.
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October 1993 in “Drug Safety” Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
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August 2016 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study found that micro-needling with cosmeceuticals or platelet-rich plasma significantly improved wrinkles, skin laxity, scar softening, and hair growth over 12 months, with minimal side effects, and that the best results occur with pigment and platelet massaging between 5 to 30 minutes post-treatment.
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October 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This review discusses the safety concerns associated with new treatments for non-scarring alopecias, highlighting that while these therapies such as JAK inhibitors and oral minoxidil show efficacy in hair regrowth, their safety profiles vary significantly, requiring careful consideration of benefits and risks.
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June 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that treating acute and chronic canine skin wounds with adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells significantly improved healing and reduced inflammation, suggesting potential benefits for human wound care.
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December 1978 in “Australian Journal of Biological Sciences” This study found that flumethasone administration in Merino wethers led to variations in wool shedding and initial reductions in wool growth, with full recovery generally observed within 60 days post-treatment.
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August 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this review, spironolactone is highlighted for its emerging use in dermatology, particularly for treating androgen-mediated conditions like acne and hirsutism in susceptible females, though it requires careful monitoring for potential adverse effects.
June 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” This literature review highlights challenges in managing alopecia areata in the Middle East and Africa, noting significant regional gaps in data, treatment guidelines, and public awareness that impede patient care and emphasize the need for improved support and resources.
January 2023 in “Mastology” This literature review reports prevalent sexual dysfunctions, notably vaginal dryness, in women undergoing endocrine therapy for hormone-dependent breast cancer, highlighting the need for more multidisciplinary research and care to improve patient well-being.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This study reviews drug-induced hair changes, noting that hair loss often reverses after stopping the drug, but permanent alopecia cases post-chemotherapy are rising.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This literature review indicates that tofacitinib, both orally and topically, holds promise as a safe and effective treatment for various dermatological conditions in pediatric patients, though its use requires careful consideration of its benefits and risks.
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June 2025 in “Journal of Materials Science Materials in Medicine” This study reports that multifunctional electrospun scaffolds containing silver vanadate, hydroxyapatite, and graphene oxide significantly improved wound healing in a rat model, promoting rapid re-epithelialization, enhanced mechanical properties, and strong antibacterial activity, making them promising candidates for advanced wound care applications.