40 citations
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.
30 citations
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Radiation mainly affects keratinocyte stem cells, not melanocyte stem cells, causing hair to gray.
27 citations
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July 2017 in “Scientific Reports” N-WASP is essential for healthy skin and preventing inflammation.
24 citations
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April 2012 in “Developmental Biology” Dermal papillae cells, important for hair growth, come from multiple cell lines and can be formed by skin cells, regardless of their origin or hair cycle phase. These cells rarely divide, but their ability to shape tissue may contribute to their efficiency in inducing hair growth.
21 citations
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September 2018 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” People with Lichen planopilaris are more likely to have certain autoimmune and endocrine disorders but less likely to have conditions like allergies and diabetes.
19 citations
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October 2017 in “The FASEB Journal” Male hormones cause different growth in identical human hair follicles due to their unique epigenetic characteristics.
18 citations
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May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine” The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.
14 citations
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May 2020 in “Drug Testing and Analysis” A new method was created to measure metformin in hair, showing potential for monitoring treatment and medical investigations.
14 citations
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April 2014 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.
10 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of biomedical optics” Melanin density affects hair color, and this method can help in cosmetic assessments and diagnosing hair diseases.
4 citations
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June 2020 in “JAAD case reports” Permanent hair dye may cause total hair loss.
June 2024 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Dermatology residents need better training to treat hair conditions in patients with skin of color.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Tet1/2/3 enzymes affect hair follicle cell development by influencing BMP signaling.
March 2019 in “Applied sciences” Laser therapy might help regrow hair in alopecia totalis better than steroids alone.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Certain scalp tissue features can predict how well alopecia areata responds to steroid injections.
March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new method helps understand hair shine and various products improve hair care.
131 citations
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July 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that specific cells are essential for hair growth and more research is needed to understand how to maintain their hair-inducing properties.
98 citations
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February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
43 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” TGF-β2 plays a key role in human hair growth and development.
41 citations
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November 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” Leptin, a hormone, is important for starting hair growth.
4 citations
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April 2024 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” Caspase-1 helps hair stem cells move to heal wounded or inflamed skin.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more testing for effectiveness and safety.
May 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The research found proteins in human skin cells that help with wound healing and hair growth, which could lead to new treatments.
1 citations
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July 2005 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
December 2025 in “Biopolymers” Heat worsens damage in chemically treated hair, especially bleached and straightened hair.
4 citations
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January 2016 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Iron supplements can restore normal hair color in cases of premature graying linked to iron deficiency.
78 citations
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April 1984 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.
51 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.
40 citations
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July 2017 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Early and personalized treatment for hair loss in young people is crucial to prevent permanent damage and should include psychological support.
36 citations
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January 2006 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cyclosporin effectively and safely treated skin diseases in three pets with no side effects.