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October 2012 in “InTech eBooks” Niosomes are a promising and effective way to deliver drugs through the skin.
14 citations
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September 2012 in “Journal of nanoscience and nanotechnology” In this study, loading niosomes with Oryza sativa bran extract altered their physical properties, suggesting potential for developing formulations aimed at anti-hair loss products.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This study suggests that while complementary and alternative treatments for hair loss are becoming more popular, their effectiveness and mechanisms remain largely unverified.
December 2021 in “Bandung Conference Series. Pharmacy” This literature review found that combinations of certain herbal extracts with coconut oil, such as Hibiscus rosa sinensis and Centella asiatica, promoted hair growth in animals over 30 days, with varied results across rat and rabbit models.
This study found that Avicennia marina extract and its active compound avicequinone C inhibit enzymes and receptors related to androgenic alopecia, potentially supporting hair growth in cultured dermal papilla cells.
10 citations
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August 2022 in “Bulletin of Mathematical Biology” This study demonstrated that the Turing bifurcation, typically a pitchfork bifurcation under zero-flux conditions, becomes transcritical under fixed boundary conditions, highlighting the importance of considering boundary condition variations in morphogenetic analyses.
9 citations
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January 2015 in “Laboratory Animal Research” This study found that oral administration of Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts may improve hair regrowth in mice, comparable to the effects of 3% Minoxidil, potentially due to their anti-inflammatory properties.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “RSC Advances” The researchers evaluated scientific data on the usage and pharmaceutical applications of ascorbic acid derivatives, such as ascorbyl-6-palmitate and ascorbyl-2-glucoside, highlighting their development into stable delivery platforms to overcome ascorbic acid's instability and formulation challenges.
November 2025 in “Nanoscale Advances” This review highlights the potential of inorganic nanoparticle-based scaffolds as innovative tools for advanced wound care, emphasizing their ability to provide antimicrobial action and regenerative support, while also discussing fabrication strategies and challenges in optimizing their clinical application.
March 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this review, the authors examined the potential benefits of using wood tar in dermatology and cosmetics in Sub-Saharan Africa, based on its historical application in skin care and its worldwide usage.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that photobiomodulation therapy may contribute to hair growth stability or improvement in individuals with darker skin types, without reported adverse events, though its findings are limited by a small sample size.
14 citations
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December 2011 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that phyto-vesicles of ß-sitosterol showed better absorption and improved activity for treating androgenetic alopecia in rats compared to the compound and its complex.
October 2007 in “Humana Press eBooks” This study reports that saw palmetto may effectively treat benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms and potentially stimulate hair growth with generally mild side effects.
February 2014 in “PubMed” This study found that Lycopersicon esculentum extracts applied to mice promoted hair growth similarly to minoxidil and increased growth factor expression, suggesting potential in hair loss treatments without skin irritation.
45 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” This article discusses the development and clinical progress of PROTAC technology, particularly focusing on the New Drug Application for vepdegestrant, an estrogen receptor-targeting PROTAC, marking significant advancements in targeted protein degradation therapies.
1 citations
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January 2023 This article reviews the potential benefits of functional foods and natural products for skin and hair health but presents no new clinical findings.
January 2026 in “Neurochemistry International” This study reports that in human glioblastoma and neuroblastoma cell lines, 24-hydroxycholesterol significantly suppressed the conversion of testosterone to growth-inducing androgens via the 5α-reductase pathway, revealing a new connection between cholesterol homeostasis and androgen metabolism.
December 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” In this study, a new topical formulation containing amine-activated carboxymethyl chitosan and hydrolyzed extracellular matrix showed promising results in a mouse model by reducing oxidative stress, inflammation, and promoting hair regeneration, potentially offering an alternative treatment for inflammatory hair loss.
December 2023 in “Melatonin research” This review highlights the potential of using melatonin-loaded nanocarriers to enhance drug delivery efficiency and reduce side effects, emphasizing their promise in treating various diseases through targeted and precise delivery methods.
August 2019 in “Key engineering materials” This study found that Carthamus tinctorius floret extract, at a concentration of 0.05 mg/mL, significantly inhibited 5α-reductase activity in DU-145 cells more effectively than standard treatments finasteride and dutasteride, with a stable microemulsion formulation enhancing its skin permeation and stability.
June 2022 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This document reviews various studies presented at the Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC) Annual Meetings and reports no new research findings; it discusses topics ranging from reconstructive techniques to gender-affirming surgeries.
131 citations
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September 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” This article discusses the role of androgens in metabolic and reproductive health and reports no new experimental results; the focus is on androgen receptor activation by testosterone and 5α-dihydrotestosterone.
96 citations
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights recent advances in chitosan-based nanoparticles (CS NPs) for drug delivery, discussing their modifications, preparation methods, production with organic and inorganic materials, and their latest implementations in the field, emphasizing the role of CS NPs in improving drug transport and release properties.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlights that direct drug delivery to the lungs for treating lung cancer may offer more precise targeting while reducing side effects compared to traditional methods.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Biomedicines” This study found that women diagnosed with PCOS who had hyperandrogenic symptoms at diagnosis were more likely to experience persistent androgenic symptoms and impaired quality of life in midlife.
February 2026 in “Toxicology Letters” This study used an in silico/in vitro approach to identify potential inhibitors of the enzyme SRD5A2, finding that the androgen receptor modulator MK-0773 is a moderate inhibitor, although it does not act as a covalent inhibitor like finasteride.
December 2021 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” In this study, researchers formulated a polyherbal hair oil using ingredients like coconut and castor oils, and reported that it boosts hair growth, reduces hair fall and dandruff, and adds shine, with minimal adverse effects compared to market formulations.
September 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” This study highlights IGF-1's role in promoting hair follicle proliferation, vascularization, and growth, suggesting its potential as a treatment target for hair loss disorders like androgenetic alopecia, though more research on delivery methods and long-term effects is needed.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review suggests that linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid, may have various beneficial effects on skin health and hair growth through diverse biological activities observed in animal or skin cell models.
December 2024 in “Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology” The researchers investigated the potential of Suaeda maritima root extract for hair care and growth promotion. They reported high levels of saponins and antioxidants, showing significant biological activity in vitro, but noted a lack of anti-fungal effects against certain fungal species.