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August 2011 in “Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering” 
Finasteride-loaded microemulsions, made with cinnamon oil, Tween20, propylene glycol, and water, can help maintain stemness of dermal cells, potentially aiding in hair regeneration.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dermal Papilla Cells grown in 3D and with stem cells better mimic natural hair growth conditions than cells grown in 2D.
March 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The new method isolates more hair follicle stem cells from mice quickly and these cells help promote hair growth.
Hair follicle stem cells are crucial for touch sensation and proper nerve structure in mice.
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April 1986 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Dermal papilla cells from human hair follicles form unique structures and don't live as long as other skin cells in lab conditions.
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January 2020 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” HIF-1α stimulators, like deferiprone, work as well as popular hair loss treatments, minoxidil and caffeine, in promoting hair growth.
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June 2019 in “IEEJ Transactions on Sensors and Micromachines” A new device mimics hair follicle functions and detects tiny forces with high sensitivity.
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January 1968 DMSO causes reversible swelling in hair but has a complex, less reversible effect on skin.