research A Review of Keratin-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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660-690 / 793 resultsresearch Spermidine/Spermine-N1-Acetyltransferase: A Key Metabolic Regulator
SSAT is a key enzyme affecting cell growth and metabolism, with potential but risky use in disease treatment.
research Mitochondrial Reactive Oxygen Species Promote Epidermal Differentiation and Hair Follicle Development
Mitochondrial reactive oxygen species are essential for skin and hair development.
research A Mouse Model for the Basal Transcription and DNA Repair Syndrome Trichothiodystrophy
Researchers created a mouse with the same mutation as humans with trichothiodystrophy, showing similar symptoms and confirming the condition is due to defects in DNA repair and gene activity.
research Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activity, And Potential Health Benefits Of Glycyrrhiza Glabra
Licorice has many health benefits but should be used carefully due to possible side effects.
research Human Hair Keratin and Its-Based Biomaterials for Biomedical Applications
Human hair keratin can be used in many medical applications.
research Cytochrome P450: A Target for Drug Development for Skin Diseases
Modulating Cytochrome P450 activity could help develop new skin disease treatments.
research Wool Keratin-Associated Protein Genes in Sheep: A Review
Understanding wool keratin-associated proteins in sheep can help improve wool quality through selective breeding.
research Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery
Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Practical Review of Possible Medical Treatments Based on Over 350 Hidradenitis Patients
Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
research Evolution of Hard Proteins in the Sauropsid Integument in Relation to the Cornification of Skin Derivatives in Amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Types of Hair Dye and Their Mechanisms of Action
Hair dyes vary in how long they last and how deeply they penetrate hair.
research Metabolites From Macroalgae and Its Applications in the Cosmetic Industry: A Circular Economy Approach
Macroalgae compounds offer sustainable, effective benefits for cosmetics.
research Trichoscopy in Genetic Hair Shaft Abnormalities
Trichoscopy is a quick and easy way to diagnose most genetic hair problems without invasive methods.
research Mammalian Keratin-Associated Proteins (KRTAPs) Subgenomes: Disentangling Hair Diversity and Adaptation to Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments
Different hair types in mammals are linked to variations in specific protein genes, with changes influenced by their living environments.
research Primary Follicular Dystrophy With Scarring Dermatitis in C57BL/6 Mouse Substrains Resembles Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in Humans
Certain mouse strains develop a skin condition similar to a human hair loss disease due to genetic defects.
research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics
Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
research Desmoglein 4 Is Regulated by Transcription Factors Implicated in Hair Shaft Differentiation
Desmoglein 4 is controlled by specific proteins that affect hair growth.
research Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium
Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
research Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research A Marine Protein-Based Dietary Supplement for Subclinical Hair Thinning/Loss: Results of a Multisite, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
The supplement helps improve hair growth and reduce hair shedding.
research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review
The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
research Alopecia and Associated Toxic Agents: A Systematic Review
Thallium, mercury, selenium, and colchicine strongly cause hair loss.
research The Sheep KAP8-2 Gene, A New KAP8 Family Member That Is Absent In Humans
Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
research In Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy: Usefulness for Diagnosing Hair Diseases
In vivo reflectance confocal microscopy is useful for evaluating hair shaft diseases but needs improvement for deeper hair follicle issues.
research Binding Interactions of Keratin-Based Hair Fiber Extract to Gold, Keratin, and BMP-2
Keratin from hair binds well to gold and BMP-2, useful for bone repair.
research Pmg-1 and Pmg-2 Constitute a Novel Family of KAP Genes Differentially Expressed During Skin and Mammary Gland Development
Pmg-1 and Pmg-2 are new genes important for skin and mammary gland development.
research Pharmacological Efficacy of Tamarix Aphylla: A Comprehensive Review
Tamarix aphylla may be effective for various medical conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research Growth of Wool Follicles in Culture
Wool follicles can grow in a lab with the right nutrients and conditions.
research Expert Consensus on the Management of Telogen Effluvium in India
Indian dermatologists recommend treating common hair loss with a balanced diet, stress reduction, mild shampoos, and sometimes minoxidil and supplements.