Treating hair with 1M sodium hydroxide increases its friction, making it better for small medical knots.
Combining regenerative therapy with light treatment can effectively promote hair growth.
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November 2024 in “Biotechnology for Sustainable Materials” Keratin-based biomaterials are promising for wound healing, drug delivery, and nerve regeneration due to their biodegradability and biocompatibility.
June 2025 in “Journal of medical and dental science research.” i-PRF and A-PRF show promise in promoting hair regrowth and improving scalp health in androgenetic alopecia.
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January 1999 in “Proceedings of the British Society of Animal Science” Biotin helps maintain hair follicle growth by affecting cell death and survival signals.
December 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Biofield Energy Treatment may boost hair growth.
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” The new dressing speeds up burn healing by draining fluids better.
January 2022 in “Social Science Research Network” A special coating was made for artificial hair fibers that can slowly release silver ions for up to 56 days, providing long-term protection against bacteria and inflammation.
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January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” A new 3D-printed hydrogel scaffold helps regenerate corneas and prevent scarring.
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December 2024 in “Nano Research” A protein-based hydrogel helps heal diabetic wounds and repair nerves.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” Smart biomaterials that guide tissue repair are key for future medical treatments.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” Human platelet-rich plasma is better than fetal bovine serum for growing cells that help hair regrow.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fisetin may help treat psoriasis and reduce skin inflammation.
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June 2017 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Fat tissue-derived cells show promise for repairing body tissues, but more research and regulation are needed for safe use.
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June 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Microspheres about 1.5 micrometers in size can best penetrate hair follicles, potentially reaching important stem cells.
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October 2006 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” Folliculin helps regulate energy and nutrient sensing, impacting Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The new anti-aging ingredient improves skin hydration, elasticity, and reduces wrinkles.
November 2019 in “SLAS technology” New findings suggest certain genes and microRNAs are crucial for wound healing, and innovative technologies like smart bandages and apps show promise in improving treatment.
December 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” The Spherical Skin Model improves drug and cosmetic testing by accurately mimicking human skin for efficient compound screening.
A skin model using hair and skin cells can mimic human skin for research.
A protein called sFRP4 can partly inhibit hair growth.
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January 2022 in “Polymers” Nanoparticles added to natural materials like cellulose and collagen can improve cell growth and wound healing, but more testing is needed to ensure they're safe and effective.
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January 2002 in “PubMed” The new test shows how hair treatments affect hair's bending stiffness by swinging a pendulum through hair fibers.
June 2025 in “Materials Today Bio” CPGel hydrogel heals diabetic wounds effectively in 21 days.
October 2022 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” Photobiomodulation therapy shows promise in treating various health conditions by using specific light wavelengths.
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December 2003 in “Materials Research-ibero-american Journal of Materials” Polyquaternium 7® builds up on hair, improving its look and feel, and AFM is good for measuring these changes.
May 2024 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Turning food waste into useful products is key for a sustainable economy.
July 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Nanoencapsulated antibiotics are more effective in treating hair follicle infections than free antibiotics.
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September 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Light therapy can stimulate hair growth and is more effective when started early, but more research is needed on its long-term effects and optimal use.
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February 2024 in “Toxins” Bee venom can help stem cells promote hair growth.