87 citations,
April 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” Exosomes from dermal papilla cells can help grow hair and might treat hair loss.
42 citations,
February 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by triggering growth factor release from specific stem cells.
4 citations,
November 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Testosterone may worsen hair loss by affecting hair growth signals, while different prostaglandins can either hinder or promote hair growth.
November 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Scientists made a mouse that shows how a specific protein in the skin changes and affects hair growth and shape.
9 citations,
August 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Kangfuxin (KFX) extract speeds up wound healing and improves skin regeneration.
405 citations,
May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
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April 2017 in “American Journal of Transplantation” Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.
February 2024 in “Asian journal of medical sciences” Proper hygiene, adequate sleep, and self-care can reduce common skin diseases.
7 citations,
August 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The cross beam laser is a useful tool for safely measuring scalp stretchiness to improve hair transplant results.
1 citations,
November 2020 in “Biochemical Society transactions” Different types of skin stem cells can change and adapt, which is important for developing new treatments.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Transfusion Medicine and Hemotherapy” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has potential benefits in plastic surgery, especially for skin grafts, wound healing, hair loss, mild Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and TMJ disorders, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
Microneedle technology is effective for skin rejuvenation and enhancing cosmeceutical delivery, with ongoing innovation and increasing commercialization.
June 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The commentary suggests that using a single-scar technique for hair transplants can give good cosmetic results, but some surgeons hesitate to use it despite ways to address their concerns.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” TrichoTech™ may help hair growth and skin repair by increasing fibroblast growth and activity.
21 citations,
September 1979 in “Archives of Otolaryngology-head & Neck Surgery” The Juri flap procedure is effective for hair transplantation but requires careful patient selection and skilled surgeons.
February 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Tandem repeats significantly influence hair color, especially darker shades, across different ancestries.
65 citations,
March 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Skin problems can be caused or worsened by physical forces and pressure on the skin.
36 citations,
December 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
41 citations,
May 2018 in “Nutrition and healthy aging” Skin aging is largely due to differences in stiffness and elasticity between skin layers, leading to wrinkles.
23 citations,
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanoemulsions improve stability and delivery of active ingredients in cosmetics for skin and hair care.
51 citations,
May 2013 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
2 citations,
January 2002 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Molecular diagnostics help identify genetic defects causing endocrine diseases, improving diagnosis and treatment options.
1 citations,
November 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Human fetal placental stromal cell injections speed up healing and improve skin and hair recovery after radiation damage.
September 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Freezing gamma-irradiated amniotic fluid may help hair growth and speed up the growth phase.
21 citations,
March 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The guide explains how to study human skin fat cells and their tissue, aiming to improve research and medical treatments.
July 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Facial hair transplants are generally successful, with hair growth beginning around 3 months post-surgery.
November 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that specialized hair transplant techniques can be effective, with varying success rates depending on the donor area and patient factors.
105 citations,
April 2014 in “Trends in Pharmacological Sciences” Targeting the Smoothened receptor shows promise for treating certain cancers.
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” Lipids in Japanese hair help maintain glossiness and structure.
46 citations,
November 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The vitamin D receptor is essential for skin stem cells to grow, move, and become different cell types needed for skin healing.