258 citations
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July 2005 in “Journal of lipid research” This study found that DGAT1 exhibits additional acyltransferase activities in vitro, including MGAT, wax synthase, and ARAT activities, suggesting these could be relevant to its in vivo functions.
27 citations
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August 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified 12 new genes associated with the hair follicle and various stages of the hair cycle in mice, which could lead to novel targets for hair growth or depilation therapies.
1 citations
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September 2022 This study found that sugar waxing led to slower hair growth and reduced hair thickness, but increased ingrown hair and inflammation compared to hard waxing.
January 2025 in “Institutional Repository of Klaipeda State University of Applied Sciences” Results are not reported in this abstract, which outlines a study comparing how waxing and sugaring hair removal treatments affect the skin and hair condition in the bikini area across different age groups using qualitative case study methods.
December 1986 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that injected wax did not prevent androgenic alopecia and led to remodeling of the skull's outer cortex over a 30-year follow-up, necessitating removal due to a fibroxanthoma.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Surgery” This systematic review found no existing studies evaluating the effectiveness of waxing and mechanical epilation as methods of preoperative hair removal to reduce surgical site infections, highlighting a potential area for future research.
27 citations
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February 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” This study found that white wax and its extract may promote hair growth in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia by inhibiting 5α-reductase activity and increasing cell proliferation, with efficacy surpassing finasteride.
7 citations
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October 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that folliculitis after waxing is more common on the proximal extremities, with one-third of cases involving a foreign body reaction resembling pseudofolliculitis.
6 citations
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February 2018 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that insect wax can significantly promote hair growth in mice in a way that is comparable to minoxidil, likely due to the upregulation of VEGF expression.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” This study suggests that policosanol may prevent androgenetic alopecia in mice by regulating hormone levels and suppressing premature hair follicle entry into the regression phase.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Advanced biomedical research” In this study, a hair wax containing propolis and Eruca sativa seed oil significantly improved hair growth in Wistar rats, increasing both the length and weight of newly grown hairs compared to controls.
August 2005 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis” Polymethylene wax in hair relaxers makes hair smooth and shiny with less damage.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's skin symptoms led to a diagnosis of systemic AL amyloidosis, but she died from sepsis shortly after.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal hair wax stick formulated with extracts of Tulsi, Amla, and Bhringraj demonstrated favorable styling, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, suggesting it as a safe, natural alternative to synthetic hair styling products.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal hair wax stick incorporating extracts of Tulsi, Amla, and Bhringraj was formulated and evaluated, with the F3 formulation showing the best balance of pH, spreadability, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity, suggesting it as a natural alternative to synthetic hair styling products.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” This study evaluated a natural, herbal-based powder formulation aimed at removing unwanted facial hair while promoting skin health, finding that the product was effective and well-suited for use based on physical properties and user feedback.
This study provides genomic and epigenomic insights into the white wax scale insect, highlighting high methylation levels and differential hormone profiles linked to its sexual dimorphism and developmental differences.
July 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 2 citations
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September 2023 in “Foods” In this study, researchers developed microcapsules and effervescent tablets containing policosanol from insect wax, achieving high encapsulation efficiency and rapid water dispersion, effectively addressing the challenges of solubility and psychological acceptance in consuming insect-based lipids.
April 2016 in “Studies in Conservation” This paper discusses the fabrication, exhibition, and treatment history of Robert Gober's beeswax leg sculptures, reporting no new results but detailing the artworks' preservation challenges like discoloration and hair loss.
2 citations
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June 2016 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” This study examines the potential effectiveness of Barever natural hair inhibitor, which includes papaya and other herbal ingredients, in reducing hair growth permanently when applied after hair removal.
271 citations
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December 2005 in “New England journal of medicine/The New England journal of medicine” This article discusses evaluation and treatment options for a 19-year-old woman with slowly progressive hair growth and reports no new clinical findings.
89 citations
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March 1990 in “PubMed” This study found that shaving was the most helpful and commonly used temporary hair removal method among women with facial hirsutism.
76 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses the dermatologic features of PCOS as potential early indicators of the syndrome and notes that treatment of these conditions may enhance quality of life and psychological well-being, but it reports no new clinical results.
70 citations
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June 1998 in “Polymer” This study found that permanent waving treatment partially disrupts the α-helical structure in human hair microfibrils, primarily during the initial reduction phase, rather than just affecting disulphide bonds.
67 citations
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April 2014 in “Biochemical Journal” This study found that mice deficient in ceramide synthase 4 showed altered sebum composition and progressive hair loss due to obstructed hair canals.
47 citations
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May 2021 in “Polymers” This review surveys the chemical composition and various uses of jojoba oil in medicine and industry but presents no new clinical results.
41 citations
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May 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study observed that in Japanese females, hair lipid composition showed significant correlations, suggesting CH and CERs may act as a barrier against sebum-derived lipids.
39 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” This review examines the literature on laser hair removal to provide evidence-based guidelines for treatment intervals, pre- and post-treatment practices, and areas that should be avoided, but presents no new findings.
39 citations
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July 2005 in “Current medical research and opinion” This article discusses available methods for managing excessive facial hair growth in women and mentions that eflornithine 11.5% cream can reduce hair growth and the frequency of removal, but it reports no new clinical findings.