January 1985 in “Clinical research” Topical alpha-terthienyl with UVA may safely treat psoriasis without cancer risk.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Light-based treatment, Photobiomodulation, shows promise for non-invasive skin therapy with few side effects.
December 2023 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Tribuloside can increase skin pigmentation by enhancing melanin production and distribution.
60 citations
,
January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Applying a specific inhibitor lightens skin and hair color.
54 citations
,
July 1967 in “Science” Decomposed tritiated thymidine is less accurate for DNA tracing, and hair changes can indicate malnutrition.
19 citations
,
December 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dihydroxyacetone in self-tanning lotion helped reduce sun-related skin issues in a woman with variegate porphyria.
6 citations
,
August 2004 in “Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Sciences” The research found a link between certain molecular features and the biological activity of BC3, which can help identify or create new active compounds.
13 citations
,
August 2007 in “Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters” A new compound effectively inhibits human 5α-reductase 1.
November 1996 in “Fuel and Energy Abstracts”
May 2024 in “Journal of molecular structure” A new compound, 3a, effectively fights prostate cancer better than finasteride.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy can potentially remove nonpigmented hair by damaging hair follicles.
1 citations
,
July 2025 in “Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B Biology” Photobiomodulation helps protect hair follicle cells from damage caused by DHT.
3 citations
,
May 1964 in “Nature” 1 citations
,
January 1981 in “Elsevier eBooks” Melatonin stops melanin production after tyrosinase action, with cyclic GMP mimicking this effect.
7 citations
,
August 2019 in “Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry” Analog 23 is a promising compound for prostate cancer treatment.
4 citations
,
December 2014 in “European Journal of Chemistry” Iron chloride helps create compounds that could be useful in medicine, like treating hair loss.
February 2026 in “UiTM Institutional Repositories (Universiti Teknologi MARA)” Cis-UCA can form new compounds without enzymes, and sulphide donors reduce its UVB-induced toxicity in skin cells.
January 2026 in “Molecular Nutrition & Food Research” Gynostemma pentaphyllum and Damulin B help prevent skin aging from UVB by reducing oxidative stress and improving skin health.
26 citations
,
October 2011 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Some newly made compounds are promising for treating enlarged prostate, hair loss, viruses, and prostate cancer, and might be better than current drugs.
November 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Methods for creating diverse ring-shaped molecules and their uses.
October 2022 in “Journal of ophthalmology” Light therapy may improve eye conditions by stimulating cell activity and increasing oxygen availability.
August 2025 in “ACS Omega” New compounds show promise as nonsteroidal treatments for hair loss.
66 citations
,
January 1987 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Coal tar shampoo increases enzyme activity in hair follicles, enhancing carcinogen binding to DNA.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Infant skin cells may be less capable of repairing UV-induced DNA damage than adult cells.
December 2020 in “Nippon Laser Igakkaishi” Photobiomodulation therapy is beneficial in plastic surgery and dermatology.
227 citations
,
December 2021 in “ACS Nano” Special hydrogels that respond to light can speed up wound healing and prevent infection.
16 citations
,
January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy was effective in treating multiple scalp basal cell carcinomas with minimal side effects and good cosmetic results.
8 citations
,
January 2025 in “JADA Foundational Science” Photobiomodulation therapy can reduce pain and inflammation and help heal tissues, but more research is needed to improve its effectiveness and safety.
17 citations
,
August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” A compound made by Pfizer can potentially stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production, making it a good candidate for topical use.
20 citations
,
September 2022 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics” PBM helps improve cell survival in 3D tissue engineering.