1 citations
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January 2010 in “International journal of medicinal mushrooms” This study found that Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body powder improved cholesterol profiles and hair follicle health in rats exposed to a tumor-promoting agent, suggesting potential chemopreventive properties against skin abnormalities.
45 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study reviewed 17 publications and found the strongest evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK-inhibitors in treating psoriasis, with some potential observed for alopecia areata, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo, though further research is needed to compare with current treatments.
39 citations
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April 2011 in “Recent Patents on Drug Delivery & Formulation” This review discusses various applications of nanoemulsions in drug delivery and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the patents that cover these applications.
25 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” This study developed lipid-core nanocapsules for encapsulating menthol, improving its solubility and thermal stability, and demonstrated their safety and rapid skin absorption in ex vivo tests, highlighting potential applications for cosmeceuticals.
19 citations
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November 2011 This review discusses the topical use of systemic drugs for cutaneous disorders and reports a lack of strong evidence from randomized controlled trials, highlighting the need for larger comparative effectiveness studies.
16 citations
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July 1989 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Topical cyclosporin A doesn't work for alopecia totalis because it doesn't penetrate the skin well.
10 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review reports that while exosomes show potential in medical and aesthetic dermatology, most research is still in preclinical phases, underscoring the need for further studies and trials.
6 citations
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August 2024 in “PubMed” The authors report that topical skincare products containing Coenzyme Q10 can replenish CoQ10 levels, enhance skin's energy metabolism, and reduce the depth of wrinkles by providing antioxidant effects, which may help reverse signs of aging related to oxidative stress.
6 citations
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June 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review discusses the biological effects of honokiol for treating skin diseases and reports no new clinical results; the authors recommend further exploration of topical applications.
5 citations
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September 2011 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study identified pantolactam based compounds as effective topical antagonists of the androgen receptor, reducing sebum components in a hamster model.
5 citations
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January 1994 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study found that minoxidil forms a reservoir in the skin, allowing sustained drug delivery even after cleansing, while propylene glycol does not.
4 citations
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December 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review discusses the role of exosomes in medical aesthetics, focusing on their mechanisms, production, and preservation, but reports no new clinical results and highlights barriers to their widespread application.
4 citations
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May 2011 in “Current Drug Discovery Technologies” This study found that a dutasteride-loaded liposomal system significantly increased skin permeability and drug deposition in mouse skin compared to other formulations, suggesting improved localized treatment potential for androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations
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January 2022 in “Current pharmaceutical design” This review discusses the benefits and applications of microsponges delivery systems in drug delivery, particularly for topical treatments, and reports no new clinical findings.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This narrative review reports preliminary evidence suggesting that an integrative homeopathic approach, combining constitutional treatment with topical mother tinctures, may aid in healing and reducing inflammatory acne lesions, though larger trials are needed to confirm these effects.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” This study explores the potential of rosemary oil for stimulating hair growth, focusing on developing ROS-loaded microsponges to enhance its permeability for topical application, but results are not reported.
December 2023 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” In this study, researchers identified compound 30a as a promising topical androgen receptor antagonist that promoted hair growth in mouse models of androgenetic alopecia without noticeable toxicity, suggesting its potential for treating this hair loss condition.
January 2023 in “Our Dermatology Online” An old recipe called "Champigny Saumure" might help treat a rare scalp condition.
July 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, the use of Dravanti beeja lepa for 28 days was observed to significantly regenerate hair in patients with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata).
October 2025 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” This study documented 81 plant species used traditionally in Lithuania's Šiauliai District for treating skin diseases and cosmetic purposes, highlighting the continued relevance of plant-based remedies and the market demand for natural products.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, a novel AR protein degrader was shown to reverse DHT-induced hair regrowth delay in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, with minimal circulation and potential side effects.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Health Science” The authors of this study aim to evaluate the strategies for using topical products in treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting topical applications as potentially more effective and convenient compared to oral medications, which often suffer from poor patient adherence.
29 citations
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October 1988 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” This review discusses the use of antiandrogens for various conditions like prostate cancer and highlights their potential benefits in remission rates and symptom improvement, but it reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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August 2020 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review outlines the mechanisms, applications, and development prospects of label-free imaging technologies in transdermal research and reports no new clinical results.
This study found that various reduced folates effectively penetrated an in vitro skin model, promoted cell proliferation and migration, and may enhance wound healing, suggesting potential for topical treatment in skin conditions.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Biomedicine” In this review, researchers explored the potential of topical finasteride as an innovative treatment for male pattern hair loss, addressing the limitations of oral finasteride, such as side effects and inconsistent effectiveness.
October 2023 in “Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety” This study found that in Denmark, dermatology drugs are mostly used as expected, but identified a few unexpected patterns that warrant targeted follow-up to determine if there is inappropriate use.
49 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This letter discusses the limited treatment options for pediatric alopecia areata and the lack of controlled studies for therapies like systemic and off-label immunosuppressive drugs, without reporting new clinical results.
17 citations
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April 2021 in “Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry” This review discusses nanostructured lipid carriers and their potential applications in pharmaceuticals and food, offering no new clinical findings but highlighting recent advancements and patents.
February 2025 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This study analyzed adverse event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System and identified new side effects of topical minoxidil, such as application site acne and cysts, which are not well-documented on product labels, suggesting a need for updated safety information.