January 2022 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanospanlastics are effective in targeted drug delivery for chronic diseases, improving skin conditions, treating hair loss, and increasing drug absorption.
January 2017 in “DR-NTU (Nanyang Technological University)” Keratin sponges are as biocompatible as collagen, but keratin gels are slightly less so.
May 2026 in “Nature Communications” The new treatment effectively heals drug-resistant bacteria-infected wounds.
April 2025 in “Clinical and Translational Discovery” The ketoconazole gel improved hair growth and is a promising treatment for hair loss.
October 2025 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Cubosomal gels enhance skin absorption of cetirizine better than niosomal gels.
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January 2015 in “ADMET and DMPK” Hyaluronan is a good drug delivery material because it sticks to mucosal areas and its drug release can be improved by changing its properties.
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February 2026 in “PubMed” Microneedles with Astragalus and minoxidil improve hair growth.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” New nanoparticles deliver plant extracts to hair follicles to treat conditions like hair loss and acne.
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September 2022 in “Materials & design” The new patch for treating mouth sores releases medicine slowly, sticks well, and helps healing without the side effects of current creams.
April 2026 in “Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces” The nanofibers made from α-lactalbumin and soy protein improve wound healing.
July 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” The green alga Parachlorella sp. has potential for use in cosmetics and health products due to its antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, and hair growth properties.
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July 2022 in “Advanced healthcare materials/Advanced Healthcare Materials” A drug-free microneedle patch significantly promotes hair growth and prevents infections.
March 2018 in “International Pharmacy Acta” New niosomal formulation effectively delivers aminexil through rat skin.
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September 2017 in “Journal of controlled release” Nanocarrier-loaded gels improve drug delivery for cancer, skin conditions, and hair loss.
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November 2023 in “Biomaterials advances” Sponges made of soy protein and β-chitin with human cells from hair or fat can speed up healing of chronic wounds.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The new hydrogel with curcumin speeds up wound healing safely and effectively.
The new gel effectively treats psoriasis with minimal side effects.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” The new hydrogel treatment promotes faster hair growth and better skin health for hair loss.
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October 2015 in “Journal of bioactive and compatible polymers” Keratin hydrogel from human hair is a promising biocompatible material for soft tissue fillers.
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April 2015 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair improve wound healing effectively.
February 2026 in “Macromolecular Bioscience” Keratin-based hydrogels with calcium are effective for delivering anti-fibrotic drugs.
A new hydrogel made from human hair keratin can help regenerate skin and fight bacteria.
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August 2021 in “Cosmetics” The best shampoo formula used 1% high-weight hyaluronic acid, 10% acidic sophorolipid, and 1% salt for effective hair conditioning and cleansing without sulfates or silicones.
Nanoparticles with caffeine can be used for slow, continuous hair growth stimulation.
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November 2024 in “Materials” The film creates vibrant colors and can be used in food sensors and cosmetics.
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” Finasteride-loaded nanogels are effective, safe, and improve drug absorption through the skin.
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January 2018 in “Biomaterials Science” Sericin hydrogels heal skin wounds well, regrowing hair and glands with less scarring.
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April 2023 in “Biomaterials advances” Gellan gum hydrogels help recreate the environment needed for hair growth cell function.
January 2026 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” A new treatment using nanoliposomes can improve hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia.