January 2025 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” BMP4 helps stem cells turn into pigment-producing cells, affecting hair color and growth.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A KLK5 inhibitor effectively improved skin symptoms in a mouse model of Netherton Syndrome.
January 2024 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” Panax ginseng extract helps human hair grow by encouraging growth phase transition and cell proliferation while reducing certain protein expression.
January 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The gene Ascl4 is not necessary for the development of hair, teeth, or mammary glands.
January 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” A specific enzyme is essential for proper hair follicle stem cell development and healthy skin.
May 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking DPP4 can potentially speed up hair growth and regeneration, especially after injury or in cases of hair loss.
May 2023 in “Health science reports” Coloring shampoos for gray hair may cause gene mutation, reproductive issues, and skin damage, needing stricter regulation and expert consultation.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new molecule was found to be a safe and effective skin lightener and anti-aging product.
June 2022 in “Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology” A woman's shingles infection triggered her first episode of a rare neurological disorder and blood vessel inflammation.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Bacteria can help skin regenerate through a process called IL-1β signaling.
May 2020 in “Current developments in nutrition” Vitamin A affects the resting phase of hair growth, with both low and high levels increasing the number of hair follicles in this phase.
December 2019 in “RIUnB Institutional Repository (University of Brasília)” NP-AH-CDM-4 nanoparticles show promise for effective topical acne treatment.
August 2019 in “Journal of Invertebrate Pathology” Thymosin beta 4 protects cells from damage by blocking a harmful microRNA and boosting a protective gene.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” DPP4 is important for scarring and skin regeneration, and managing its activity could improve skin healing treatments.
November 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Laser hair removal can be effective for people with darker skin tones.
2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone is a strong 5α-reductase inhibitor.
January 2004 in “Zhōnghuá yàoxué zázhì” The new method for making finasteride is cheaper and gives a higher yield.
April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik” Male-pattern hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with key genes identified.
January 2022 in “Current Enzyme Inhibition” New nonsteroidal molecules can potentially increase dihydrotestosterone in neurons by blocking certain enzymes, without affecting prostate and seminal vesicle weight.
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May 2001 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Sebocytes play a key role in controlling androgen levels in human skin.
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December 2013 in “Stem Cells” Stretching skin increases a certain protein that attracts stem cells, helping skin regeneration.
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Using a specific binding agent and low doses of FK506 can stimulate stem cells, speeding up skin healing by 25% and improving skin quality in rats and mice.
April 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” A gene network led by RSL4 is crucial for early root hair growth in response to cold in Arabidopsis thaliana.
January 2009 in “Journal of Xingtai University” Finasteride is made through a series of chemical reactions starting from a specific intermediate compound.
January 2009 in “Chemical Reagents” The method produces finasteride with a 92% yield.
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June 1995 in “Helvetica Chimica Acta” Compound 15a was effective in inhibiting 5α-reductase.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Maxillariinae orchids contain 62 compounds with potential health benefits, including treating skin conditions and diseases like cancer and diabetes.
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October 1958 in “Archives of Dermatology” A 4-year-old girl has a rare hair condition causing fragile, short hair.
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May 2013 in “Therapeutic drug monitoring” Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.
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July 2007 in “SKINmed Dermatology for the Clinician” A 4-year-old girl's hair loss stopped after taking zinc supplements and changing her diet.