April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new peptide, FOL-005, may help treat excessive hair growth by reducing a hair growth promoter, FGF7.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Removing Lrig1-positive stem cells in mice causes temporary loss of sebaceous glands.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Electrical epilation damages hair follicles and surrounding skin, likely preventing hair regrowth.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The endocannabinoid system affects oil production and inflammation in skin cells.
3 citations
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September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” CBD can either promote or inhibit hair growth depending on the concentration used.
22 citations
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November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
Higher cannabis exposure may lead to increased hair loss.
December 2024 in “Deleted Journal” New therapies show promise for wound healing, but more research is needed for safe, affordable options.
69 citations
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December 2005 in “Nature Clinical Practice Endocrinology & Metabolism” Blocking the enzyme 11β-HSD1 might help treat obesity and metabolic issues.
67 citations
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December 2019 in “PloS one” Beta-caryophyllene helps improve wound healing in mice, especially in females.
28 citations
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March 2017 in “Scientific Reports” Minoxidil may protect nerves and improve hair quality during paclitaxel treatment.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Beta-caryophyllene, found in essential oils, helps wounds heal better in multiple ways.
2 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” 4-O-Methylhonokiol from Magnolia shows promise for hair growth, cancer, diabetes, and more, but needs better absorption.
January 2023 in “Advances in pharmacology and clinical trials” Human hair is a significant sample for various tests in clinical, nutritional, archaeological, and forensic studies.
286 citations
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April 2009 in “The journal of neuroscience/The Journal of neuroscience” TRPA1 is crucial for mechanical sensitivity in skin sensory neurons.
130 citations
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August 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Human hair follicle organ culture is a useful model for hair research with potential for studying hair biology and testing treatments.
124 citations
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December 2016 in “Pharmaceuticals” TRP channels in the skin are important for sensation and health, and targeting them could help treat skin disorders.
98 citations
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July 2014 in “Trends in Molecular Medicine” Hair follicles are hormone-sensitive and involved in growth and other functions, with potential for new treatments, but more research is needed.
68 citations
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February 2019 in “Urology” Hormonal treatment in transgender women reduces semen quality, but stopping treatment may improve it.
60 citations
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December 2005 in “Biomedical Papers” Hair analysis can detect drug use but requires careful interpretation due to its complexity.
49 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively detects banned substances in urine for sports antidoping.
34 citations
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September 2020 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders” Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
28 citations
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January 2018 in “Biochemical Society Transactions” Certain fats in the skin help control inflammation and health, and changing these fats through diet or supplements might treat skin inflammation.
27 citations
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March 2022 in “Forensic Toxicology” Micro-segmental hair analysis helps detect drug use patterns and estimate drug consumption days.
26 citations
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December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition linked to hair loss and inflammation, often with anxiety, affecting more women and needing better treatment options.
24 citations
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July 2016 in “Revue Neurologique” Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is treatable, with behavioral therapy as a recommended first option and other treatments available for more severe cases.
22 citations
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November 2024 in “Planta” Aromatic plants can naturally help prevent skin aging and improve skin health.
21 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology” Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.
21 citations
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October 2018 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” Chemotherapy can cause brain inflammation and damage, and understanding this process could help manage side effects.
19 citations
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June 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.