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October 2016 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review discusses various sampling methods for studying Propionibacterium acnes in skin follicles and reports no new experimental results; the authors evaluate these methods' strengths and limitations.
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October 2018 in “South African journal of botany” This study found that the plant Clausena anisata exhibited promising antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities against acne-causing bacteria and inflammation, suggesting its potential as a candidate for further anti-acne treatment research.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case series suggests that Propionibacterium acnes colonization may contribute to the development of hair casts and diffuse non-scarring alopecia, as patients' symptoms improved with antibiotics targeting the bacteria.
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March 2012 in “Journal of dermatological science” This observational study aims to more accurately detect and localize Propionibacterium acnes in acne lesions by combining multiple microbiological visualization techniques, but it does not present new results on their causality to acne.
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July 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” A medication may help with hair growth in psoriasis, and a skin condition might be linked to a specific bacteria.
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May 2025 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study formulated a nanogel with Bangkal bark extract that showed moderate antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes, with the F3 formulation (8% extract) achieving the highest inhibition zone of 8 mm, suggesting potential as a natural acne treatment.
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November 2020 in “UMM Institutional Repository (University of Maine at Machias)” In this true experimental study, researchers assessed the antibacterial effect of white jasmine leaf extract against Propionibacterium acnes and found varying inhibition zone diameters, with 500 µg/mL achieving up to 10.95 mm, though less effective than clindamycin, which reached 28.55 mm.
May 2025 in “Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation” This study found that Aloe vera and Citrus lemon extracts demonstrated notable antibacterial effects against Propionibacterium acnes in both lab and human skin models, with combined use resulting in a 67% reduction in acne, suggesting potential for future therapeutic applications.
January 2013 in “วารสารเภสัชศาสตร์อีสาน (Isan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IJPS)” This study found that ethyl acetate extract from mangosteen pericarp exhibited the strongest antibacterial effect against Propionibacterium acnes compared to other extraction solvents.
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May 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
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January 2013 in “BioMed research international” This article suggests targeting the water activity within pilosebaceous follicles using biocompatible solutes like xylose and sucrose as a new potential topical treatment for acne.
January 2019 in “Advances in Environmental Biology” This article discusses the structure and function of sebaceous glands and their role in skin moisture but reports no new research findings.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This source provides a comprehensive review of acne vulgaris, highlighting its pathophysiology, epidemiology, molecular mechanisms, and treatment options, emphasizing the significance of addressing acne's psychosocial burden for adolescents and beyond.
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November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews the hormonal and medication-related factors associated with acne development but does not present new research findings.
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July 2008 in “PROTEOMICS” This study introduced a bioengineered model that simulates acne's microenvironment in mice, enabling the exploration of host and P. acnes interactions and presenting a novel platform for anti-acne drug and vaccine screening.
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January 2024 in “Cureus” This study reviewed the physiological and psychological impacts of acne vulgaris, highlighting its complex interactions with endocrine issues, sebum production, and immune response, while suggesting that a multidisciplinary approach can inform future treatments and improve quality of life for those affected.
8 citations
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May 1998 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” This article discusses the importance of oral and maxillofacial surgeons understanding the pathogenesis and treatment of acne vulgaris, but it presents no new research findings.
3 citations
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” This article discusses the multifactorial nature of acne, including its association with follicular hyperkeratosis, sebaceous lipids, Propionibacterium acnes, and perifollicular inflammation, but reports no new clinical findings.
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September 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmiah JKA (Jurnal Kesehatan Aeromedika)” This study found that red galangal rhizome simplicia extract demonstrated the strongest antibacterial effect against Propionibacterium acnes among tested extracts, achieving a 31.5 mm inhibitory zone at a 20% concentration.
26 citations
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May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” This study observed that hair follicles in hair loss patients had increased levels of Propionibacterium acnes, potentially linked to elevated immune response gene expression in miniaturized hair follicles.
16 citations
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August 1992 in “PubMed” In this study, examination of skin biopsies from individuals using anabolic-androgenic steroids revealed significant enlargement of sebaceous glands and associated increases in skin lipids and Propionibacteria acnes.
7 citations
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February 2006 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This clinical report details the case of a 22-year-old man experiencing severe pustular eruptions on his chest and back, which improved after increasing minocycline to 100 mg twice daily.
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April 2005 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” This article discusses the treatment considerations for a 17-year-old boy with a six-month history of acne but reports no new research findings.
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April 1982 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that oral isotretinoin achieved good to excellent clinical results in treating severe inflammatory acne, severe rosacea, and gram-negative folliculitis.
134 citations
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January 2019 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” This review summarizes recent research on the skin microbiome's role in acne development and how antibiotic treatments affect skin microbes, but it reports no new clinical results.
62 citations
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September 2014 in “PLoS ONE” This study identified distinct human and bacterial protein profiles in sebaceous follicular casts, with acne samples showing proteins linked to inflammation and normal samples showing proteins involved in stress protection.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article offers strategies for managing acne effectively and safely, emphasizing treatment optimization, patient tailoring, and addressing antimicrobial resistance, but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that women who wear the hijab have a different scalp microbiome composition compared to those who do not, with specific bacteria and fungi more prominent in each group, suggesting a higher susceptibility to seborrheic dermatitis among hijab wearers.
48 citations
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April 2019 in “PloS one” This study observed a microbial shift on the scalp of Alopecia areata patients, characterized by an increase in Propionibacterium acnes and a decrease in Staphylococcus epidermidis, compared to healthy controls.
463 citations
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September 2004 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review discusses the development, function, and complex roles of sebaceous glands in acne and suggests future acne treatments should target inflammation and lipid production; it reports no new clinical results.