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    Glossary Sebum Production

    process where skin glands release oil to protect skin

    Sebum production, also known as sebum secretion or oil production, is the process by which sebaceous glands in the skin produce and release an oily substance called sebum. This natural oil helps to lubricate and protect the skin and hair, maintaining moisture and providing a barrier against external contaminants. Overproduction of sebum can lead to oily skin and contribute to conditions like acne, while underproduction can result in dry, flaky skin.

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    1. Normal Fur Development and Sebum Production Depends on Fatty Acid 2-Hydroxylase Expression in Sebaceous Glands 2011 · 40 citations
    2. The effect of the antiandrogen IIα-hydroxyprogesterone on sebum production and cholesterol concentration of sebum British Journal of Dermatology · 1982 · 27 citations
    3. Synthesis and biological evaluation of amino-pyridines as androgen receptor antagonists for stimulating hair growth and reducing sebum production Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters · 2007 · 17 citations
    4. Regional difference in sebum production by androgen susceptibility in human facial skin Experimental Dermatology · 2013 · 14 citations
    5. (1R,2S)-4-(2-Cyano-cyclohexyl-oxy)-2-trifluoromethyl-benzonitrile, a potent androgen receptor antagonist for stimulating hair growth and reducing sebum production Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters · 2007 · 14 citations
    6. Rational Design of a Topical Androgen Receptor Antagonist for the Suppression of Sebum Production with Properties Suitable for Follicular Delivery Journal of Medicinal Chemistry · 2010 · 11 citations
    7. 4-(Alkylthio)- and 4-(arylthio)-benzonitrile derivatives as androgen receptor antagonists for the topical suppression of sebum production Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters · 2009 · 11 citations
    8. Preparation of 4-aryl-2-trifluoromethylbenzonitrile derivatives as androgen receptor antagonists for topical suppression of sebum production Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters · 2007 · 11 citations
    9. Inhibition of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1–Induced Sebum Production by Bilobetin in Cultured Human Sebocytes Annals of Dermatology · 2019 · 8 citations
    10. Diphenyl ethers as androgen receptor antagonists for the topical suppression of sebum production Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters · 2009 · 7 citations
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