30 citations
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October 2013 in “Lupus” This study identified distinct clinical and dermatoscopic features to differentiate non-scarring patchy alopecia in SLE from alopecia areata, emphasizing the value of serological tests in diagnosis.
7 citations
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August 2018 in “South African Medical Journal” This article provides a comprehensive overview of tattoo-related issues for clinicians, covering various aspects such as tattoo types, medical relevance, removal methods, complications, and South African legislation, but reports no new research findings.
4 citations
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January 2014 in “RSC Advances” A new, less toxic and more efficient method to create the anti-baldness compound RU58841 was developed in 2014.
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study found that a combination of curcumin and piperine demonstrated moderate antioxidant activity, negligible cytotoxicity, and significant potential for promoting hair regrowth in rat models of alopecia, suggesting it could be a safe and effective natural alternative for managing hair loss.
December 2024 in “Ankara Universitesi Eczacilik Fakultesi Dergisi” This review highlights Nigella sativa L. (black cumin) as a plant with numerous health benefits, noting its rich nutritional profile and reported therapeutic effects such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, identified through various in vitro, in vivo, and clinical research studies.
October 2023 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” This study observed that while hair camouflage techniques can boost confidence and reduce stigma for Black women with alopecia, they can also contribute to further hair damage; clinicians should consider safer styling practices as part of individualized care strategies.
This review discusses various non-invasive methods for diagnosing alopecia areata, highlighting that trichoscopy signs like short vellus hairs and yellow dots are sensitive indicators of the condition, while advanced imaging techniques provide valuable information on hair follicle status and scalp inflammation.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This article describes various hair and scalp examination techniques, including noninvasive, semi-invasive, and invasive methods, noting that trichoscopy is a simple, well-accepted, noninvasive technique for evaluating hair loss patients and monitoring treatment.
August 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.
253 citations
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June 2004 in “Journal of Controlled Release” The research observed that 40-nm self-assembled nanoparticles enhanced minoxidil penetration in hairy guinea pig skin compared to 130-nm nanoparticles, but this size effect was absent in hairless skin.
12 citations
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December 2023 in “Antioxidants” In this study, researchers found that blackberry leaves exhibited higher liposoluble antioxidant levels and inhibited lipid peroxidation more effectively than raspberry leaves, while raspberry leaves showed greater water-soluble antioxidant content and hydroxyl radical inhibition in vitro.
January 2017 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” This article describes a rare case of infantile ring-shaped scalp alopecia and discusses differential diagnosis, approach, and preventive measures, but presents no new clinical results.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review from JAAD highlights disparities in the effectiveness of hair preservation techniques for Black women undergoing chemotherapy, noting that current methods like scalp cooling often underperform due to structural differences in Black hair, and recommends tailored strategies such as adjusting hair preparation before treatment.
This study validated a new test method using a patented chamber to measure the efficacy of a sunscreen in reducing carbon black particle adhesion, with a 55% reduction observed on treated skin in a group of 22 women.
May 2026 in “Nature Communications” In this study, researchers identified that keloid fibroblasts respond to neurotransmitters from catecholaminergic nerves by producing bone matrix proteins, mediated by β1-adrenergic receptor activation, leading to fibro-osseous reprogramming; blocking this signaling in a rodent model prevented the development of keloid-like pathology.
18 citations
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April 2002 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” This study concludes that tiny infundibular cysts, rather than comedones, are the primary lesions in chloracne.
This article explores whether Melampus, a mythological healer, may have intentionally caused the madness of Proetus' daughters through the use of herbs, despite being credited with their cure.
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April 1997 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Finasteride effectively blocks rat enzymes, but with varying methods and strength.
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October 2021 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” This review compiled by the authors emphasizes the traditional use of medicinal plants for dermatological disorders in India, highlighting the need for further scientific studies to validate their effectiveness and suggesting potential for drug development based on ethnodermatological practices.
17 citations
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study assessed the antioxidant properties and contents of carotenoids and chlorophylls in 10 plant oils, finding fenugreek seed oil to be highest in carotenoids and pomegranate oil most active against free radicals, highlighting their potential as natural materials with antioxidant benefits.
13 citations
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January 2019 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” This study found that incorporating a block copolymer significantly alters the size and morphology of niosome drug delivery systems made of non-ionic surfactants and cholesterol, affecting their stability.
143 citations
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August 1991 in “Endocrinology” This study found that blocking androgen receptors inhibits testicular descent in rats more effectively during the early stages of gubernacular outgrowth than inhibiting 5a-reductase.
January 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document presented various studies on hair and cutaneous development, revealing insights into hair biology and potential therapeutic targets for hair-related conditions. Key findings included the role of stem cells and their niches in hair regeneration, the impact of TACE/ADAM17 depletion on alopecia, and the expression of somatostatin in hair follicles. Research on genetic factors, such as CYLD mutants and P-cadherin, highlighted their importance in hair growth and pigmentation. Studies on hair aging identified genes involved in hair loss in women over 40. Additionally, the potential of keratinocyte precursors from iPS cells for hair follicle regeneration and the effectiveness of a parathyroid hormone analog in reversing chemotherapy-induced alopecia were explored. The document also discussed the role of cholesterol biosynthesis in cicatricial alopecia, the necessity of Wnt signaling for hair follicle initiation, and the effects of ATP-sensitive potassium channel blockers on hair growth. These findings collectively advanced the understanding of hair growth, alopecia treatment, and skin regeneration.
June 2025 in “Natural Product Communications” This study successfully synthesized novel cercidin analogues from Cercidophyllum japonicum, confirming their structure via NMR data. The researchers suggest these compounds could facilitate future antibiotic development by advancing structure-activity-relationship studies.
41 citations
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December 2008 in “Current Opinion in Ophthalmology” This review describes techniques to manage intraoperative floppy iris syndrome linked to alpha-1 blocker use in cataract surgery, highlighting the need for patient disclosure of medication use but reports no new clinical results.
36 citations
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September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that white hair exhibits increased expression of genes and proteins linked to active hair growth compared to black hair, suggesting that hair greying is associated with enhanced hair growth activity.
11 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” This study reports that synthetic carbohydrate receptors effectively inhibit Zika virus infection in cell cultures by blocking early stages of viral entry.
November 2025 in “Journal of Medicine and Health Technology” In this study, researchers found that none of the participants were color blind and reported varying lengths of index and ring fingers among them, exploring a possible link between these finger length ratios and sex-influenced gene expression.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.