January 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This review discusses the regenerative potential of polynucleotides and polydeoxyribonucleotides in aesthetic medicine, noting their benefits for skin texture, hydration, and patient satisfaction despite limited high-quality evidence.
January 1990 in “대한피부과학회지” This study found that peanut agglutinin binding patterns after neuraminidase pretreatment can help differentiate malignant melanoma from nevocellular nevus in skin specimens.
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June 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that intense pulsed light treatment primarily targets pigmented structures in hair follicles and may damage dermal papilla cells at high energy levels, but stem cells are mostly spared.
February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study used infrared spectral imaging to show for the first time the distribution of glypican-4 and glypican-6 in hair follicles across different growth phases, highlighting the potential of this technique for studying alopecia.
September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study reports a case of GGCX syndrome in a 55-year-old Japanese male, characterized by PXE-like symptoms and coagulation deficiency, with an unreported phenotype of possible spinocerebellar degeneration.
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January 2014 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” This study constructed a hair follicle-specific expression vector for IGFBP-5 in Inner Mongolia Cashmere goat cells, allowing for future functional genetic analyses and potential use in nuclear transfer.
August 2023 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” This descriptive longitudinal study conducted in a Kolkata hospital found that intense pulsed light treatment significantly improved hirsutism in patients, as evaluated by trichoscopy and visual analog scores, demonstrating its effectiveness and safety for hair removal, independent of medical treatment.
September 2015 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This study found that microneedling induced nearly complete hair regrowth in two Pomeranians with alopecia X, suggesting it may be a promising alternative treatment for similar hair cycle arrest disorders.
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August 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences” This study found that a short daily photoperiod increased crude protein digestibility, secondary hair follicle activity, and cashmere quality in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats without harming fiber characteristics.
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November 2022 in “Experimental cell research” This study found that a PGE2 matrix, when injected subcutaneously, increased the proportion of developing hair follicles and improved hair follicle stem cell markers in a mouse model of hair loss.
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October 2015 in “Dermatologic surgery” This review discusses the applications of the 308-nm excimer laser in treating various dermatologic conditions and suggests treatment is generally well tolerated, but calls for larger long-term studies.
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January 2006 in “Drug development and industrial pharmacy” In this study, adding TPGS to a minoxidil formulation improved local retention and reduced systemic absorption in certain solvent mixes, particularly with a balance of alcohol and PEG 400.
January 2025 in “Investigative and Clinical Urology” This study found that after 12 weeks of taking the trial product SHPro®, participants reported improvements in prostate symptom scores and erectile function, with confirmed safety.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that p21 is much more highly expressed in normal melanocytes compared to melanoma cells, suggesting a potential target for preventing melanoma progression through cell cycle repair processes.
December 2025 in “Dermatology Reports” This source describes vitiligo as a chronic condition marked by the loss of skin pigmentation and discusses leukotrichia, a feature affecting 10% to 60% of cases, which arises from melanocyte loss in hair follicles and appears as well-defined white patches on the skin.
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March 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SPRY1 deficiency in skin cells causes stem cells to move to the skin surface, leading to increased pigmentation.
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April 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This source outlines the scope and content of the Dermatologic Surgery journal, highlighting its focus on comprehensive peer-reviewed information related to various dermatologic surgeries, including cosmetic and reconstructive procedures and skin cancer treatment, as an essential resource for professionals in the field.
August 2024 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” The research reported that applying treatments with wild peach leaf extract during hair dyeing improved hair's tensile strength, thickness, gloss, and protective qualities in a concentration-dependent manner, suggesting potential for use in natural hair cosmetics.
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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
August 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that combining optical clearing methods with light-sheet fluorescence microscopy allows detailed 3D visualization of normal and pathological human skin biopsies, revealing differences in epidermal thickness and volume.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that DPP4 is significantly involved in matrix deposition and fibrosis in human skin fibroblasts, although the exact functions of DPP4 remain unclear.
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November 2019 in “Dermatology - Open Journal” This study reports that Lichen planus pigmentosus is present in Moroccan patients but remains challenging to treat, with only some experiencing complete resolution of lesions after therapy.
June 2021 in “SWU eJournals System (Srinakharinwirot University)” The study found that cyproterone acetate could be released over 15 days using coconut oil mixed with certain wax inhibitors, though further safety studies are needed.
January 2025 in “Journal of Imaging Informatics in Medicine”
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January 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that inherited color dilution in Rex rabbit hair follicles is associated with DNA methylation changes, contributing to understanding the epigenetic regulation of rabbit pigmentation.
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November 2012 in “BioMolecular Concepts” This review discusses the diverse roles of PPARβ/δ in skin health and disease, including its involvement in skin wound healing and inflammatory skin conditions, without presenting new experimental results.
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December 2013 in “Xenobiotica” This study found that the metabolic profile of finasteride in pigs closely matches that of humans, supporting the use of pigs for studying human drug metabolism.
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January 2021 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This study found that using a nonablative 1927 nm wavelength laser followed by hydroquinone cream is safe and effective for treating postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with dark skin types.
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March 2019 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” This study observed that proretinal nanoparticles delivered significantly higher concentrations of retinal to the stratum corneum and hair follicles compared to non-particulate forms, potentially improving topical retinoid therapy.