research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
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research Cytostatics and Immunosuppressive Drugs: Toxicities and Management
Some cancer and immune system drugs can cause serious side effects, including heart, lung, nerve, and organ damage, which need careful monitoring and management.
research Retinol Esterification by DGAT1 Is Essential for Retinoid Homeostasis in Murine Skin
DGAT1 enzyme is crucial for healthy skin and hair by regulating retinoid levels.
research The Additive Effects of Minoxidil and Retinol on Human Hair Growth In Vitro
Minoxidil and retinol together help hair grow.
research Lung Cancer Chemoprevention with Retinol Palmitate: Preliminary Data from a Randomized Trial on Stage Ia Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Retinol palmitate may reduce cancer relapses in early-stage lung cancer patients.
research Retinol Dehydrogenase 12 (RDH12): Role in Vision, Retinal Disease, and Future Perspectives
The enzyme RDH12 plays a role in vision and retinal disease, with mutations leading to early onset visual loss and blindness, but the exact disease mechanism is unclear and there are no treatments yet.
research Increased Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Anti-RBP4 Antibody in Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have higher levels of RBP4 protein and antibodies against it.
research Possible Immunomodulating Effect of Retinol on Cytokine Secretion in Patients with Recurrent Furunculosis
Retinol may affect immune responses in people with frequent skin boils.
research Inhibition of the Pro-Oxidant Effects of Benoxaprofen on Polymorphonuclear Leucocytes by Retinol Acetate In Vitro
Retinol acetate can reduce the harmful effects of the drug benoxaprofen on white blood cells.
research Retinol-Binding Protein 4, Leptin, and Insulin Resistance in Idiopathic Hirsutism and Hirsute Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
research Retinol Remarkably Effective in Reducing Neck Wrinkles
Retinol significantly reduces neck wrinkles.
research Epidermal Retinol Dehydrogenases Cyclically Regulate Stem Cell Markers and Clock Genes and Influence Hair Composition
Enzymes involved in Vitamin A metabolism affect hair growth and type in mice.
research Serum Level of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Alopecia Areata: Relation with Recurrence and Severity
Higher levels of retinol-binding protein 4 are found in people with alopecia areata, but these levels don't relate to how severe the condition is.
research Assessment of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Patients with Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher RBP4 levels found in people with two types of hair loss.
research Dietary Habits in Japanese Patients with Alopecia Areata
Japanese patients with alopecia areata often have a higher BMI and consume more vitamin C, fruit, and retinol, which may affect their condition's development or severity.
research Immunolocalization of Enzymes, Binding Proteins, and Receptors Sufficient for Retinoic Acid Synthesis and Signaling During the Hair Cycle
Retinoic acid production and signaling in hair follicles are regulated by location and timing, affecting hair growth and cycling.
research Safety of High-Dose Vitamin A
High-dose vitamin A was safe and well-tolerated in a lung cancer treatment study.
research Impact of Treatment with Rosiglitazone or Metformin on Biomarkers for Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Rosiglitazone may be better than metformin for insulin resistance in PCOS, but more research is needed on certain biomarkers.
research The Stability of Vitamin A-Induced Metaplasia of Mouse Vibrissa Follicles In Vitro
Excess vitamin A causes lasting gland changes in mouse hair follicles.
research In Vitro and Ex Vivo Examination of Topical Pomiferin Treatments
Pomiferin may improve skin and hair by increasing important protein production.
research Integrated Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Analyses of Stress-Induced Murine Hair Follicle Growth Inhibition
Chronic stress in mice changes skin metabolism and gene expression, leading to hair loss.
research Anti-Aging Effects of Retinoid Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate on Skin Models
Hydroxypinacolone retinoate is a potent anti-aging ingredient for skin that is more effective and less irritating than other forms of retinoids.
research Genetic Variations Associated With Response to Dutasteride in the Treatment of Male Subjects With Androgenetic Alopecia
Genetic variations affect dutasteride treatment response for male pattern hair loss.
research Effects of Acute UVB on Retinoid Metabolism
UVB exposure increases skin proteins for retinoic acid synthesis and shifts their location, possibly affecting skin repair.
research Elucidating Causal Relationships of Diet-Derived Circulating Antioxidants and the Risk of Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Mendelian Randomization Study
Higher levels of β-carotene and vitamin E may help prevent certain types of hair loss.
research Effects of a New Recombinant Human Collagen on Skin Aging
The new recombinant human collagen can help slow skin aging and repair skin, while also controlling inflammation.
research Pomiferin: A Potent Stimulant of Extracellular Matrix Proteins
Pomiferin may improve skin and scalp health by boosting important protein expression.
research Clinical Study on the Efficacy and Safety of Scalp Med in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Scalp med(R) effectively and safely improves hair count and thickness in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research DGAT1 Modulates Hair Cycling and Is Essential for Retinoid Homeostasis in the Skin
The enzyme Dgat1 is essential for healthy hair and skin by controlling retinoid levels.
research Retinoids: Best Solutions for Acne
Retinoids are effective for acne but can cause serious side effects.