Intermittent fasting slows hair growth by damaging hair follicle cells.
60 citations
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July 2014 in “Autophagy” The protein FLCN is involved in cellular cleanup and is regulated by ULK1.
56 citations
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December 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair follicle cells age faster and lose pigment due to less catalase, causing hair to turn gray.
20 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” Using adipose derived stem cells and growth factors in hair transplants may improve healing and hair growth.
May 2024 in “Ultramicroscopy” Atomic Force Microscopy is a more accurate way to assess hair damage and the effect of cosmetic treatments.
June 2022 in “Ain Shams medical journal” Adding platelet rich plasma to hair transplant surgery leads to better results and more patient satisfaction.
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October 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin, usually known for sleep regulation, also has antioxidant properties that can protect skin, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin conditions, with topical application being more effective than oral use.
27 citations
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May 2016 in “Integrative Cancer Therapies” Chrysin makes docetaxel more effective and reduces its side effects in lung cancer treatment.
10 citations
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March 2016 in “Toxicology and applied pharmacology” Using A132 hair dye with sunlight can cause skin damage and hair loss.
2 citations
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April 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Vitamin D3 is important for hair growth and protecting skin from damage caused by long-term sun exposure.
January 2026 in “Advanced Science” Increasing XIAP and DDRGK1 can help prevent hearing loss from loud noise.
5 citations
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May 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Engineered nanovesicles from hair follicle stem cells can effectively treat UVB-induced skin aging.
152 citations
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December 2003 in “Micron” As people age, their hair follicles produce less pigment, leading to gray and white hair, due to factors like reduced enzyme activity and damage to melanocyte DNA.
81 citations
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December 2007 in “Acta materialia” AFM helped show how hair changes under tension and the effects of damage and conditioner.
37 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Skin inflammation can worsen intestinal inflammation and colitis.
33 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Stress in hair follicle stem cells causes inflammation in a chronic skin condition through a specific immune response pathway.
20 citations
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November 2004 in “Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine” A rare benign skin growth called melanocytic matricoma was identified in a 69-year-old man.
14 citations
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March 2014 in “Experimental and Molecular Pathology” Sulfur mustard damages hair follicles and sebaceous glands in mice.
12 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of the Saudi Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” Thallium poisoning from contaminated cake caused severe health issues in Baghdad, highlighting the need to ban thallium as a rodenticide.
8 citations
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July 2024 in “Cells” PGC-1α may improve aging skin by boosting mitochondrial function and reducing inflammation.
8 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Hair loss is caused by the breakdown of a protein called COL17A1 in hair follicle stem cells.
7 citations
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October 2022 in “Development Growth & Differentiation” Tissue stem cells originate from specific areas in organs and are vital for organ maintenance and repair.
4 citations
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February 2023 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Nano-Pulse Stimulation™ Therapy is more effective and less damaging than cryoablation for treating melanoma tumors in mice.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Aging causes hair loss and graying due to stem cell decline and changes in cell behavior and communication.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” TRPV4 helps cells repair tissue and reduce scarring by controlling calcium levels.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “PubMed” Azelaic acid helps protect hair cells from UV damage and encourages hair growth by increasing certain gene expressions and proteins.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Advances in stem cells and their niches” Epidermal stem cells are crucial for skin health and problems with them can cause issues like poor wound healing, cancer, and aging.
1 citations
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lasers can reduce hair growth but may also damage skin.
January 2026 in “Journal of Community Medicine and Health Solutions” PP405 shows promise as a new, effective treatment for hair loss with minimal side effects.
August 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Hair follicle transplantation speeds up wound healing in diabetic mice.