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December 2016 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that N-acetyl-glucosamine-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers showed promise for skin lightening in healthy volunteers by reducing melanin distribution.
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February 2015 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” The researchers reported that hair offers a measurable protective barrier against UVB and UVA radiation, which increases with hair density, thickness, and melanin content, suggesting a role in skin cancer prevention.
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February 2022 in “Journal of pineal research” This review examines melatonin's potential effects on human skin and hair follicle pigmentation, highlighting the need to confirm findings from cell cultures in physiological tissue contexts.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” This chapter reviews the potential of adipose-derived stem cells for skin aging and hair loss treatments but reports no new experimental results; the authors highlight these stem cells as a promising regenerative resource.
January 2010 in “Pharmacy Today” This study found that collagen and its compound may have antioxidant effects and reduce melanin in guinea pigs, while increasing skin moisture and hydroxyproline content in mice.
