research The Endocrine Function Of The Skin: An Analytical Narrative
The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
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research Functional Mapping of the Mouse Hairless Gene Promoter Region
Researchers found key regions in the mouse hairless gene that control its activity in skin and brain cells, affecting hair follicle function.
research Mechanisms Involved in the Relationship Between Vitamin D and Insulin Resistance: Impact on Clinical Practice
Vitamin D might help regulate insulin in the body, but taking Vitamin D supplements doesn't clearly prevent or improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed.
research Biology of the Hair Follicle: The Basics
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle biology can lead to better hair loss treatments.
research Disruption of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway Contributes to Hair Follicle Cycling Deficiency in VDR Knockout Mice
Mice without Vitamin D receptors have hair growth problems because of issues in the hedgehog signaling pathway.
research Micronutrients in Hair Loss
Some vitamins and minerals are important for preventing hair loss, but treating hair loss with them without a known deficiency is not proven effective.
research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology
Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
research Disturbed Epidermal Structure in Mice with Temporally Controlled Fatp4 Deficiency
Fatp4 is crucial for healthy skin development and function.
research Topical Retinoids: Therapeutic Mechanisms in the Treatment of Photodamaged Skin
Topical retinoids effectively improve photodamaged skin.
research In Vitro Neural Differentiation of CD34+ Stem Cell Populations in Hair Follicles by Three Different Neural Induction Protocols
Hair follicle stem cells can become neural cells using different methods, with varying efficiency.
research An Essential Role for RXRα in the Development of Th2 Responses
RXRα is crucial for proper immune response and links diet to immune function.
research Effect of Lithocholic Acid as a Ligand of Vitamin D Receptor on Hair Growth in Alopecia
Lithocholic acid helps hair growth and regeneration in alopecia by activating vitamin D receptors.
research Retinoids Modulate MITF: A Novel Mechanism in the Regulation of Melanogenesis
Retinoids or their analogs could treat skin pigmentation disorders like melasma and vitiligo.
research Suppression of Vitamin D Receptor and Induction of Retinoid X Receptor Alpha Expression During Squamous Differentiation of Cultured Keratinocytes
As skin cells mature, vitamin D receptor levels decrease while retinoid X receptor α levels increase.
research Functional Analysis of Vitamin D Receptor Using Adenovirus Vector
The study found that certain mutations in the vitamin D receptor can cause rickets and potentially affect hair growth.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Patient Survey
PRP treatment for hair loss shows promise, with 58% of patients satisfied and most noticing improvement within 6 months.
research Placebo Controlled Clinical Evaluation of a Topical Moisturizer Formula Containing Phytol
The moisturizer with phytol improved skin texture and reduced fine wrinkles better than the moisturizer without it.
research Effect of Prostaglandin D2 on Hair Follicle Growth and Its Impact on Hair Follicle Stem/Progenitor Cells
Blocking Prostaglandin D₂ may help treat hair loss.
research Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Unveiling a Case of New Onset Hepatitis C Infection
A woman with a skin disorder was found to have hepatitis C, which may be linked, and was safely treated with methotrexate.
research PLAU and SerpinB2 Role in Apoptosis in Leprosy
PLAU and SerpinB2 affect cell death differently in various forms of leprosy and could be targets for new treatments.
research Anti-Aging Potential of Gypenosides Fraction Obtained from Naturally Grown Gynostemma Pentaphyllum in Ulleungdo Island and Its Seven New Gypenosides
Gypenosides from Gynostemma pentaphyllum were found to have anti-aging effects, increasing skin collagen and reducing wrinkles.
research Hairless and Wnt Signaling: Allies in Epithelial Stem Cell Differentiation
The HR protein's role as a repressor is essential for controlling hair growth.
research Stress-Induced c-Jun-Dependent Vitamin D Receptor Activation Dissects the Non-Classical VDR Pathway from the Classical VDR Activity
Stress activates a special function of the Vitamin D receptor with the help of c-Jun, which can also prevent cell death.
research Expression and Function of Nuclear Receptor Co-Activator 4: Evidence of a Potential Role Independent of Co-Activator Activity
NcoA4 may have roles beyond helping control gene activity, possibly affecting cell behavior and stability.
research The Preventive Effect of Vitamin D3 on Radiation-Induced Hair Toxicity in a Rat Model
Vitamin D3 may protect rat hair follicles from radiation damage.
research Tretinoin Enhances Minoxidil Response in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients by Upregulating Follicular Sulfotransferase Enzymes
Tretinoin boosts minoxidil's effect on hair loss by increasing enzyme activity.
research Curling of Hair in Two Female Patients Taking Alitretinoin
Alitretinoin may cause irreversible hair curling as a side effect.
research Aging and Anti-Aging in Hair and Hair Loss
Hair ages and thins due to factors like inflammation and stress, and treatments like antioxidants and hormones might improve hair health.
research Signaling Networks Between Stem Cell Precursors, Transit Amplifying Progenitors, and Their Niche in Developing Hair Follicles
Blocking Prostaglandin D₂ (PGD₂) could help treat hair loss.
research Acne
Acne significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with research suggesting hormonal and genetic factors in its development and emphasizing early treatment to prevent scarring.