105 citations
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April 2017 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” In this study, ethosomes were found to improve the skin penetration of a model lipophilic drug more effectively than liposomes or hydroethanolic solutions, suggesting a unique mechanism involving the breakdown of vesicles in the skin.
9 citations
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study found that polymeric micelle nanocarriers delivered pharmacologically relevant amounts of spironolactone to the epidermis and upper dermis, with higher delivery to pilosebaceous units, suggesting potential for treating glucocorticoid-induced impaired wound healing and pilosebaceous androgen-related skin diseases.
June 2026 in “Discover Nano” This review discusses current treatment strategies for alopecia and highlights the potential of lipid-based nanoparticles to improve drug delivery to the scalp and hair follicles, noting their ability to enhance skin penetration and drug stability while outlining associated challenges and the need for further research.
Personalized care and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing skin and hair conditions.
66 citations
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February 2015 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” This review explores the mechanisms of hair cell death due to factors like noise, ototoxic drugs, and aging and reports no conclusive clinical results; ongoing research may eventually enable preventive treatments for hearing loss.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study found that there was no significant difference in hair regrowth between clobetasol and bimatoprost for scalp alopecia areata over 12 weeks, but bimatoprost had fewer side effects and prompted earlier, more pigmented hair regrowth.
22 citations
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” CUR-loaded micelles improve skin delivery and effects of curcumin for pain and infections.
15 citations
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June 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The authors suggest that the neuroendocrine system of the skin represents a promising target for repurposing drugs, such as cannabidiol and fingolimod, as topical treatments for inflammatory skin diseases.
4 citations
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July 2023 in “Pharmaceutics (Basel)” This study reviews various skin models and methodologies used to assess the follicular penetration of nanoparticle-based drugs, highlighting inconsistencies that complicate comparisons and aims to establish more uniform protocols for clearer study outcomes.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review from JAAD Reviews provides a comprehensive overview of hypertrichosis, discussing its diagnosis, treatment options like topical and laser therapies, and special psychosocial considerations for pediatric patients to better support clinicians and researchers in managing this condition.
July 2025 in “Nano Research” This review highlights the application of microneedle technology as a promising advancement in psoriasis management, focusing on its roles in enhanced transdermal drug delivery and minimally invasive biomarker monitoring, while also discussing current challenges and future research directions.
March 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study found that combining PRP with topical minoxidil or finasteride significantly improved hair density and thickness, with patient satisfaction highest for multiple treatment combinations and longer durations.
January 2025 in “AAPS PharmSciTech” Transethosomes improve drug delivery through the skin and show promise for treating various conditions.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This case report highlights the potential for laser hair reduction treatments to trigger Fox-Fordyce disease, a chronic skin disorder, and underscores the need for awareness and management strategies among patients and clinicians.
22 citations
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September 2004 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Bimatoprost can cause longer, thicker, darker eyelashes and eyebrows.
8 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that maintenance treatment with diphenylcyclopropenone was associated with a lower relapse rate in alopecia areata patients, highlighting the importance of adjusting treatment intervals post-improvement.
April 2023 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” This article reviews the pathogenesis, complications, and management of lichen planus, especially its persistent oral form, and highlights the need for further prospective studies.
53 citations
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May 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article appears to be a table of contents or navigation page for a journal, not presenting any new findings or research results.
10 citations
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January 2018 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” This study found that 21 out of 39 patients with alopecia areata experienced more than 50% hair regrowth after six months of DPCP treatment, with better outcomes observed in those treated at 3-week intervals compared to weekly intervals.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This research suggests that innate lymphoid cells type 1 (ILC1) may contribute to the development of alopecia areata, alongside CD8+ T cells, by disrupting hair follicle immune privilege and promoting features of the disease.
33 citations
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December 2005 in “Archives of dermatology” This study presents case reports of four patients with alopecia areata or alopecia universalis, highlighting varied responses to treatments like prednisone, intralesional triamcinolone, and squaric acid dibutyl ester.
29 citations
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July 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This study reported no significant improvement in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia treated with various therapeutic agents, highlighting the need for more evidence-based treatments, especially in those with active disease.
25 citations
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February 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The authors concluded that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide may benefit patients with patch-type alopecia areata, but the evidence is limited due to small, bias-prone studies with variations in treatment protocols.
9 citations
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October 2013 in “Drug Delivery” This research found that ethosomes significantly enhanced finasteride delivery into the dermis of human cadaver skin compared to liposomes in an in vitro study.
3 citations
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June 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” This case report found that a novel botanical treatment halted disease progression and promoted hair regrowth in four patients with lichen planopilaris, indicating potential for use as a safe alternative therapy.
2 citations
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January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial for Cicatricial Alopecia, and treatment effectiveness varies among patients.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” This review discusses Graham-Little Piccardi-Lasseur syndrome, a rare dermatosis with limited treatment options, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis through physical exam and dermoscopy, but reports no new results.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” This study found that both superficial cryotherapy and intralesional corticosteroid injections significantly improved hair growth in patients with alopecia areata, with similar efficacy between the two treatments, establishing cryotherapy as a simple and noninvasive treatment option.
This article reports a rare case of a postmenopausal woman with coexisting lichen planus pigmentosus and classic lichen planopilaris, alongside a review of related literature.
This study found that liquid nitrogen cryotherapy resulted in good responses in 33% of patients with recalcitrant alopecia areata, although nearly 30% showed no response.