26 citations
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February 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Chitosan-coated dutasteride nanocapsules improve hair treatment, and physical stimulation boosts effectiveness.
January 2014 in “SciDok (Saarland University and State Library)” Nanoparticles can effectively enter hair follicles and stimulate immune responses, supporting potential transfollicular vaccination.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanofiber scaffolds help wounds heal by delivering drugs directly to the injury site.
December 2025 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The hydrogel effectively heals diabetic wounds by reducing inflammation, providing oxygen, and preventing infection.
64 citations
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October 2017 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Chitosan-coated nanoparticles can effectively deliver positively charged drugs through the skin using iontophoresis.
8 citations
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September 2023 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Chitosan-coated spironolactone nano carriers effectively treat acne without side effects.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Minoxidil can be effectively encapsulated in coated nanovesicles for potential drug delivery.
21 citations
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March 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” The new Brigatinib nanocarrier is more effective against lung cancer cells than the free drug.
5 citations
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April 2018 in “Chem” Graphene-based hair dye is a safe, durable, and effective alternative to traditional black hair dyes.
Chitosan composites with silver or zinc oxide nanoparticles effectively prevent microbial growth.
47 citations
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April 2017 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” The new dutasteride formula can be applied to the skin, may promote hair growth, and has fewer side effects.
233 citations
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February 2018 in “Polymers” Chitin and chitosan are useful in cosmetics for oral care, haircare, and skincare, including UV protection and strength improvement.
83 citations
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June 2020 in “Materials & Design” Sponge helps heal wounds faster with less inflammation and better skin/hair growth.
162 citations
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July 2011 in “Biomacromolecules” Chitosan nanofiber scaffolds improve skin healing and are promising for wound treatment.
37 citations
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December 2024 in “Theranostics” The hydrogel effectively treats infected burn wounds by reducing pain and preventing infection.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “Bulletin of Rehabilitation Medicine” Chitosan glycolate and lactate sponges are promising for wound healing, while chitosan ascorbate sponges are less effective.
July 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Chitosan slows root hair growth and causes a buildup of callose at low concentrations, but at high concentrations, it only inhibits growth without callose buildup.
2 citations
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October 2025 in “Journal of Materials Science Materials in Medicine” The composite speeds up skin healing and is safe for use in wound dressings.
8 citations
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October 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” Dutasteride-loaded nanoparticles coated with Lauric Acid-Chitosan show promise for treating hair loss due to their controlled release, low toxicity, and potential to stimulate hair growth.
61 citations
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September 2016 in “NPG Asia Materials” Glycol chitosan hydrogels enable quick, safe 3D cell spheroid formation for various applications.
30 citations
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June 2024 in “Scientific Reports” The hydrogel shows promise for wound healing due to its strong mechanical, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
3 citations
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July 2025 in “BMC Oral Health” The scaffold could effectively replace traditional methods for bone regeneration in dental applications.
130 citations
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January 2017 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Silver nanoparticles coated with substances like PEG showed strong antibacterial effects and improved wound healing when used in hydrogels.
61 citations
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June 2010 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Cationic polymers improved liposome stability and increased skin absorption of aciclovir and minoxidil.
16 citations
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August 2014 in “Archives of Pharmacal Research” Special nanoparticles increased skin absorption of hair loss treatments with fewer side effects.
2 citations
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June 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chitosan and melatonin together improve wound healing and have potential in medicine and cosmetics.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” Chitosan-decorated nanoparticles can improve skin delivery and reduce side effects of finasteride.
July 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Phenobarbital-loaded chitosan nanoparticles are promising for preventing hair loss from chemotherapy.
8 citations
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May 2023 in “Gels” Chitosan hydrogels are promising for repairing blood vessels but need improvements in strength and compatibility.
A natural hair dye from cuttlefish ink and chitosan effectively colors hair black without harmful chemicals.