13 citations,
September 2022 in “Materials & design” The new patch for treating mouth sores releases medicine slowly, sticks well, and helps healing without the side effects of current creams.
12 citations,
January 2018 in “Acta pharmaceutica sciencia” Solid lipid nanoparticles can improve how well drugs that don't dissolve in water work and are safe.
A new compound from Royoporus badius activates immune cells and induces inflammatory responses.
January 2017 in “Isan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” A 3:1 surfactant mixture in microemulsions can effectively deliver finasteride through the skin.
20 citations,
May 2009 in “Health physics” The model helps predict uranium levels in human hair from drinking contaminated water, offering an alternative to urine tests.
11 citations,
May 2018 in “Frontiers in plant science” Arabidopsis PCaP2 helps plants survive drought by linking ABA and SA signals.
October 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” WS Biotin, a new form of D-Biotin, improves water solubility and shows potential for hair and skin care without being toxic at low levels.
January 2017 in “Archives of clinical and biomedical research” Enhancing melanin's energy generation may help treat alopecia areata.
Monegy, a mix of certain plant extracts, may promote hair growth and repair.
12 citations,
February 2019 in “Skin research and technology” White hair has less lipid content and absorbs water differently than brown hair.
6 citations,
October 2016 in “Food Science and Biotechnology” The water extract of Bituminaria bituminosa, high in phenolic compounds, shows strong antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory potential.
5 citations,
November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris evecta) water extract may promote hair growth in rabbits, but more research is needed for human use.
1 citations,
April 2023 in “Langmuir” Damaged hair allows water to penetrate more easily, and fatty acids from shampoos can deposit on hair surfaces.
1 citations,
December 1972 in “Journal of Colloid and Interface Science” Ethanol spreads well on hair at low humidity but less so at higher humidity due to water condensation.
Fructus Ligustri Lucidi water extract helps hair growth by promoting cell survival and activating specific pathways.
10 citations,
January 1980 in “Ultrastructural pathology” Green hair has high copper levels due to contaminated water and damaged hair cuticles.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “E3S web of conferences” Adding yeast extract or coconut water to ginseng root hair culture didn't raise ginsenoside levels but coconut water did increase the biomass.
March 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” The shampoo made with rice water and natural ingredients is safe and effective for improving hair health and reducing hair loss.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mint water extract boosts protective enzymes in skin cells.
4 citations,
March 2006 in “Journal of renal nutrition” Dialysis patients benefit from water-soluble vitamins but need careful management to avoid risks.
1 citations,
March 2020 in “Current Science” Most people in the surveyed area experience hair loss, but they are not aware of the role of diet, iron, hormones, genetics, and possibly water quality in causing it.
November 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Arsenic exposure from contaminated water severely damages the skin, causing hair loss, pigmentation changes, irritation, and can lead to skin cancer.
February 2022 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Healthy skin prevents water loss and protects against threats.
September 2017 in “Korean journal of acupuncture” Crataegi Fructus water extract helps hair grow better and thicker.
January 2011 in “한국미용학회지” Fructus Ligustri Lucidi water extract may help hair growth by promoting cell survival.
January 2010 in “대한미용학회지” Polygoni multiflori Radix water extracts promote hair growth in mice.
104 citations,
January 2005 in “Climacteric” Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.
28 citations,
November 2020 in “Fluid Phase Equilibria” Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol + water than in supercritical CO2.
19 citations,
May 2010 in “Surface and interface analysis” 18-MEA is essential for hair's water resistance, and a conditioner with 18-MEA and SPDA can restore it.
12 citations,
February 2010 in “Tetrahedron Letters” New minoxidil compounds with better water solubility were made, but their full effects and safety need more research.