November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found shared genetic pathways linking acne with multiple mental health disorders and observed a potential causal relationship between acne and increased depression risk.
November 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Using a higher concentration of triamcinolone acetonide leads to faster hair regrowth in scalp patchy alopecia areata.
October 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” This review highlights the potential of microneedle technology in traditional Chinese medicine as a promising transdermal delivery system for skin diseases, showcasing improved efficacy and reduced side effects of TCM ingredients while discussing the challenges of its clinical application.
September 2023 in “Minia Journal of Medical Research” This study found that intralesional vitamin D3 injections significantly improved hair regrowth in adults with patchy alopecia areata, as measured by a 5-point semiquantitative regrowth score and dermoscopic assessment, suggesting it may be an effective and affordable treatment.
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November 2013 in “Molecules and Cells” This study found that a novel 3D in vitro culture condition improved stemness markers and proliferation potential in human dermal stem/progenitor cells compared to traditional 2D methods.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” This meta-analysis found that platelet-rich plasma treatments significantly increased hair density in patients with androgenic alopecia, with results influenced by treatment frequency and patient age.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, researchers found that young men with androgenic alopecia exhibited significantly higher mRNA levels of 5α-reductase isozymes and changes in prostate cancer-related genes, which could explain varying responses to treatment and guide future therapies.
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December 2016 in “Frontiers in Psychology” In this study, researchers used computer-generated models to demonstrate that subtle changes in hair diameter, density, and style significantly affect perceptions of age, health, and attractiveness.
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September 2017 in “RGO - Revista Gaúcha de Odontologia” This review discusses the current understanding of tooth-derived stem cells for periodontal tissue engineering and highlights the heterogeneity and lack of standardization in selecting appropriate stem cell populations; it reports no new experimental results.
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July 2020 in “Journal of cancer survivorship” This review discusses the unmet supportive care needs of men and women experiencing chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new results, urging healthcare providers to tailor interventions to individual patient needs.
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March 2020 in “International Journal of Regenerative Medicine” This study found that intraovarian PRP treatment in women with low ovarian reserve was associated with significant increases in serum AMH levels in some patients, typically within four weeks.
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July 2020 in “International journal of regenerative medicine” This study suggests that autologous fat transfer can significantly enhance hair growth in patients with scarring alopecia, offering more consistent and predictable results when combined with hair transplantation.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This review highlights pigment epithelium-derived factor's roles in ageing and development, focusing on its antioxidant functions and support of stem cell survival, but reports no new experimental results.
This study found that DHEA significantly inhibited growth and induced autophagy in a mouse melanoma cell line, but showed only muffled inhibition and induced apoptosis in a human melanoma cell line.
July 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” In this study, gelatin methacrylate hydrogel dressings co-loaded with resveratrol, 18-β-glycyrrhetinic acid, and berberine showed enhanced capabilities in wound closure, infection clearance, and skin structure regeneration in mice with infected wounds compared to dressings with single agents.
June 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” In this animal study, researchers found that nanofibers combining gold nanoparticles with silk fibroin improved wound healing more effectively than silk fibroin alone, promoting faster skin recovery and hair follicle formation in rats over 7 and 21 days.
April 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This study reviewed how certain phytochemicals can stimulate hair follicles, promote keratinocyte proliferation, and engage specific signaling pathways like Wnt/β-catenin and AKT, suggesting these natural compounds may offer safer alternatives for promoting hair growth. However, challenges in bioavailability and formulation standardization remain to be addressed.
February 2021 in “International journal of regenerative medicine” In this study, emulsifying microfragmented adipose tissue increased the number of stromal vascular fraction cells available for regenerative treatments, suggesting the method's potential use in medical facilities.
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January 2011 This study found that the primary mechanism behind hair relaxation in Afro-hair is the alkali-induced denaturation of helical filaments, leading to spontaneous straightening.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” In this study, two methotrexate-loaded liquid crystal formulations for topical application showed immunomodulatory effects and induced skin changes in mice with imiquimod-induced psoriasis.
Higher pre-pregnancy BMI is linked to more stress in mothers and more behavioral problems in two-year-old children.
January 2014 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” Certain ingredients can help protect hair color.
January 2025 in “RGUHS Journal of Ayush Sciences” This case report details the treatment of a 20-year-old woman with telogen effluvium using Ayurvedic methods, including a 21-day Nasya karma regimen with Bhringaraja Taila and Narasimha Rasayana for six months, and highlights the improvement in her symptoms, suggesting efficacy in managing hair loss.
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May 1998 in “Genes & Development” Ets2 gene is crucial for placental development in mice.
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December 2012 in “Maturitas” This study observed significant inter- and intra-individual variability in serum testosterone levels among women treated with subcutaneous testosterone implants, suggesting that therapy should be guided by clinical response rather than single serum measurements.
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October 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that subcutaneous testosterone therapy improved scalp hair growth in a majority of androgen-deficient women who previously reported hair thinning and did not report hair loss as a side effect.