Modern shampoos use a mix of surfactants and other ingredients to clean, reduce irritation, and improve performance.
81 citations,
January 2003 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” New techniques have improved acne scar treatment, but multiple tailored sessions are often needed.
85 citations,
March 2002 in “Body & Society” The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
142 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of neurophysiology” Young adults have about 230,000 tactile nerve fibers, decreasing 5-8% per decade with age.
136 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” 61 citations,
April 2009 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Docetaxel and paclitaxel for breast cancer can cause permanent, severe hair loss.
52 citations,
May 2013 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” Scalp cooling significantly reduces hair loss in chemotherapy patients.
52 citations,
August 1978 in “Journal of Applied Polymer Science” Human hair's ability to get wet is complex and can change with treatments, damage, and environment.
30 citations,
December 2017 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Nanoencapsulation creates adjustable cell clusters for hair growth.
30 citations,
March 2001 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
9 citations,
September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.
6 citations,
May 2015 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice” Horse skin diseases are complex to manage and often require a biopsy for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
4 citations,
April 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The skin has about 230,000 touch-sensitive nerve fibers, with high concentrations in the hands and face.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” DPP4 is important for scarring and skin regeneration, and managing its activity could improve skin healing treatments.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study found that p63 needs signals from morphogens to help skin cells differentiate properly.
The treatment successfully integrated hair follicles into a dermal template, showing new hair growth and blood vessel formation.
The TAP flap is effective for treating armpit scars from burns, and tissue-engineered templates with hair follicles can help treat scalp burn alopecia.
March 2018 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Surgical therapies for vitiligo vary in effectiveness, with combination therapy and medical tattooing recommended for better results.
316 citations,
June 2017 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Fat tissue-derived cells show promise for repairing body tissues, but more research and regulation are needed for safe use.
202 citations,
August 2007 in “Biomaterials” Artificial skin development has challenges, but new materials and understanding cell behavior could improve tissue repair. Also, certain growth factors and hydrogel technology show promise for advanced skin replacement therapies.
192 citations,
April 2019 in “ACS nano” A new microneedle patch made from hair proteins helps regrow hair faster and better than current treatments.
189 citations,
March 2018 in “Human Reproduction Update” Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.
134 citations,
June 2012 in “International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Facial feminization surgery is effective in helping transgender women appear more feminine and has high patient satisfaction.
116 citations,
May 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Hair grows faster in the morning and is more vulnerable to damage from radiation due to the internal clock in hair follicle cells.
88 citations,
August 2008 in “Development” BMP2 and BMP7 have opposite roles in feather formation.
86 citations,
March 2018 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” MDP hydrogel heals wounds faster and better than other treatments in diabetic mice.
83 citations,
January 2015 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” Hair follicle regeneration needs special conditions and young cells.
70 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Fat-derived stem cells, platelet-rich plasma, and biomaterials show promise for healing chronic skin wounds and improving soft tissue with few side effects.
66 citations,
June 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet preparations generally show positive effects on wound healing and facial rejuvenation, but more thorough research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
47 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.