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May 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study reports that Edelweiss extract significantly prolonged the anagen phase and increased hair density, suggesting potential as an anti-hair loss treatment.
June 2023 in “Animal Bioscience” This study observed that vimentin and transthyretin proteins were more highly expressed in black sheep skins compared to white, suggesting their involvement in coat color formation.
June 2022 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that prevelex coatings on microwell array devices enhanced the formation of uniform cell spheroids and enabled the development of hair follicles in tissue engineering applications.
November 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a proprietary saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) extract significantly increased hair growth and reduced hair shedding in men and women with self-perceived thinning hair over a 90-day period, compared to placebo, without reported adverse events.
March 2026 in “Virulence” This narrative review suggests that intermediate filaments like vimentin and keratin play a significant role in various stages of viral infection, presenting potential antiviral intervention targets.
July 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of Bio-Pulsed avian mesenchymal stem cell-derived small extracellular vesicles when applied topically, finding significant improvements in hair growth, skin rejuvenation, and regenerative microRNA presence among 60 human participants without adverse events.
January 2008 in “Elsevier eBooks” This case study reports that a combination of levetiracetam, zonisamide, and lamotrigine effectively eliminated seizures in a patient with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, after initial treatments failed.
This case report details a 38-year-old woman in Sri Lanka diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus-associated protein-losing enteropathy, identified through hypoalbuminemia and EULAR criteria in a resource-limited setting.
In this clinical trial, patients with lichen planopilaris treated with the oral TYK2 inhibitor deucravacitinib showed significant improvement in PGA, LPPAI, and Skindex-16 scores over 24 weeks, with transcriptomic analyses indicating decreased inflammatory and immune pathway activity post-treatment.
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January 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that Juvéderm Ultra Plus was safe and effective for correcting severe nasolabial folds in a Chinese population, requiring less volume than Restylane while achieving similar responder rates, with fewer severe treatment site reactions.
January 2025 in “Institutional Repository of National University of Food Technologies” This qualification work outlines a master's thesis project on developing a hair care product line featuring chili pepper extract and reports no new research findings.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study explored Ayurvedic treatments for Khalitya (Alopecia areata) and found that using Virechana Karma, along with systemic medicines and Rasayan drugs, may be extremely beneficial in managing this condition.
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March 1986 in “PubMed” This case study describes a 19-year-old female patient who gained 13 kg and experienced hair changes while on valproic acid, and partially lost weight after reducing the dosage, but hair changes persisted.
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November 2016 in “Lupus” In this retrospective study of adolescents with recalcitrant cutaneous lupus, lenalidomide treatment resulted in complete or near resolution of skin symptoms within 6 months, while allowing for a reduction in prednisone dosage.
August 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this commentary, the authors highlighted that valproic acid, unlike lamotrigine, is notably associated with alopecia in various studies, with an incidence rate up to 12% and mechanisms involving telogen effluvium and hyperandrogenism contributing to hair loss in patients.
August 2009 in “한국실험동물학회 학술발표대회 논문집” Fermented Rhus Verniciflua Stokes Extract may help hair grow in cells and mice.
January 2006 in “Chinese Journal of Aesthetic Medicine” In this study, lipo-minoxidil was found to increase vascular endothelial growth factor expression in the skin of C57BL/6 mice more than standard minoxidil formulations.
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May 1988 in “Pediatric dermatology” This report describes a 15-year-old male with widespread papules due to middermal epithelial cysts containing vellus hairs, also observed in his brother and father.
April 2026 in “Nanomaterials” This perspective study suggests that plant-derived extracellular vesicles could advance the use of Ayurvedic medicinal plants in nanomedicine by enhancing their therapeutic potential and guiding future research.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” TRIV-509 quickly improves skin barrier and cell health in atopic dermatitis.
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that Ecklonia cava polyphenols increased human dermal papilla cell proliferation and extended hair shaft length in vitro and ex vivo, suggesting potential as a therapeutic candidate for hair loss.
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May 2018 in “PeerJ” This study found that VB-1, a vitexin compound, may promote hair follicle growth by enhancing Wnt/β-catenin signaling in human dermal papilla cells in vitro.
January 2004 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” This study observed that treatment with Yishen Decoction decreased blood viscosity and was associated with a 61.6% clinical effectiveness rate in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
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December 2023 in “Vestnik stomatologii i čelustno-licevoj hirurgii” This study examined a case of vascular complication following the use of hyaluronic acid-based fillers in lateral temporal lifting, resulting in livedo reticularis, alopecia, and painful injection area requiring three months of treatment.
March 2026 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” In this study, researchers analyzed 355 clinical trials from ClinicalTrials.gov, initiated by the end of 2025, to provide insights into the use of extracellular vesicles as circulating biomarkers or therapeutic interventions, highlighting current research priorities and future trends.
December 2021 in “Black sea journal of health science” This case report describes a 31-year-old male who developed eosinophilic pleuropericardial effusion potentially linked to long-term valproic acid use, which resolved after adjusting his medication.
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May 2012 in “Experimental Cell Research” This study found that VEGF stimulates the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells via the VEGFR-2/ERK pathway, without involving p38, JNK, or AKT signaling.
March 2018 in “Ayurline: IJ-RIM” In this study, Ayurvedic Keshya gel, formulated with specific herbs and essential oils, was found to be effective in reducing hair fall and improving hair quality in both men and women.
This study observed that women using combined oral contraceptives experienced more nausea, vomiting, and hair loss, while those on Depo-Provera were more likely to gain weight.
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April 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” This review discusses current treatments for discoid lupus erythematosus and highlights anifrolumab as a promising option for difficult cases, but no new clinical results are reported.