research Dandruff lesional scalp skin exhibits epidermal T cell infiltration and a weakened hair follicle immune privilege March 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Dandruff is linked to increased T cells and weakened immune protection in hair follicles.
research Maintenance of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege Is Linked to Prevention of NK Cell Attack 253 citations , December 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicles prevent NK cell attacks to avoid hair loss.
research Immunologic Studies in Patients With Alopecia Areata 5 citations , August 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” Alopecia areata may be caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles.
research Increased Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor (MIF) in the Sera of Patients with Extensive Alopecia Areata 14 citations , March 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Patients with severe alopecia areata have higher levels of MIF, which decrease after successful treatment.
research 1458 EMT-inhibiting transcription factor Ovol2 regulates directional cell migration and proliferation in adult skin epithelia April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ovol2 is important for proper skin healing and hair growth.
learn Osteopontin signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss