research Expression of the Intermediate Filament Keratin Gene,K15,in the Basal Cell Layers of Epithelia and the Hair Follicle 46 citations , November 1998 in “Experimental Cell Research” K15 gene is mainly active in the basal layers of hair follicles and epithelia, aiding early skin cell development.
research 1403 Melatonin protects K15+ human hair follicle stem cells against paclitaxel-induced damage ex vivo April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may help prevent hair loss caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel.
research Keratin K15 as a Biomarker of Epidermal Stem Cells 85 citations , September 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Keratin 15 is not a reliable sole marker for identifying epidermal stem cells because it's found in various cell types.
research Re-Assessing K15 as an Epidermal Stem Cell Marker 36 citations , March 2011 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports”
research Melatonin protects K15+ human hair follicle stem cells and hair matrix keratinocytes against paclitaxel-induced damage ex vivo 1 citations , September 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may protect hair follicle cells from damage caused by a chemotherapy drug.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews in Treatment 42 upvotes 6 years ago Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.