research Vitamin D and the Skin: A Review for Dermatologists
Vitamin D is important for skin health, but more research is needed to understand its full effects and treatment potential.
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research Nongenomic effects of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D 3 on cartilage formation deduced from comparisons between Cyp27b1 and Vdr knockout mice
1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 directly affects cartilage growth and development.
research Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels in alopecia areata, female pattern hair loss, and male androgenetic alopecia in a Chinese population
Low vitamin D levels are linked to different types of hair loss.
research The effect of vitamin D on the hormonal profile of women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Vitamin D may help improve hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research Treatment of alopecia totalis/universalis/focalis with vitamin D and analogs: Three case reports and a literature review
Vitamin D might help treat some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Topical Calcipotriol versus oral vitamin D in the treatment of alopecia areata
Rubbing calcipotriol on the skin works better than taking vitamin D pills for treating mild to moderate alopecia areata.
research Effect of Vitamin D on the Expression of Inflammatory Biomarkers in Cultured Sebocytes Treated withPropionibacterium acnesor Ultraviolet B Irradiation
Vitamin D may help reduce inflammation in acne.
research Vitamin D Status Assessment: Lack of Correlation between Serum and Hair 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol Levels in Healthy Young Adults
Vitamin D levels in hair don't match those in blood, so hair isn't a reliable indicator of Vitamin D status.
research Pertinence d’une chimioprévention à partir de l’étude PCPT
Finasteride shows promise for preventing prostate cancer, but more research is needed.
research The Role of Vitamin D in Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases: From Immunomodulation to Clinical Implications
Low vitamin D may increase autoimmune thyroid disease risk, but its treatment effects are unclear.
research Association Between Serum Zinc, Vitamin D, and Ferritin Levels and Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Study of Patients at Al-Ajilat Central Clinic
Hair loss is linked to low levels of zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin.
research Characterization of Rickets Type II Model Rats to Reveal Functions of Vitamin D and Vitamin D Receptor
The research showed that Vitamin D and its receptor are important for healthy bones and normal hair and skin in rats.
research Serum vitamin D, ferritin, and TSH in patients with telogen effluvium: a retrospective epidemiological study
Many patients with hair loss had low iron and vitamin D levels, but thyroid issues were not common.
research Association between Serum Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor and 25-OH Vitamin D Levels with Vitamin D Receptors Gene Polymorphism (rs2228570) in Patients with Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Hypothyroidism
The VDR gene polymorphism does not affect BDNF levels in autoimmune thyroiditis and hypothyroidism patients.
research 2,3,5,4′-Tetrahydroxystilbene-2-O-β-D-glucoside (TSG) from Polygonum multiflorum Thunb.: A Systematic Review on Anti-Aging
TSG from Polygonum multiflorum may help with anti-aging by protecting the brain, heart, bones, and hair.
research Evaluation of comparative antioxidant potential of four cultivars of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. by HPLC-DPPH method
The red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower has the highest antioxidant activity.
research Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of a Multi-Targeted Cosmetic Formulation Containing PYGL, DP2, and 15-PGDH Inhibitors Developed Using AI-Based DeepZema® in Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Randomized Controlled Trial
The formulation significantly increased hair density and thickness safely in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research Molecular Dissection of Mesenchymal–Epithelial Interactions in the Hair Follicle
Understanding gene expression in hair follicles can reveal insights into hair growth and disorders.
research β-catenin Activity in the Dermal Papilla Regulates Morphogenesis and Regeneration of Hair
β-catenin in the dermal papilla is crucial for normal hair growth and repair.
research Mesenchymal–epithelial interactions during hair follicle morphogenesis and cycling
The conclusion is that certain cell interactions and signals are crucial for hair growth and regeneration.
research Dermal papilla cell number specifies hair size, shape and cycling and its reduction causes follicular decline
More dermal papilla cells in hair follicles lead to larger, healthier hair, while fewer cells cause hair thinning and loss.
research Androgen‐inducible TGF‐β1 from balding dermal papilla cells inhibits epithelial cell growth: a clue to understanding paradoxical effects of androgen on human hair growth
Androgens may cause hair loss by increasing TGF-beta1 from scalp cells, which inhibits hair cell growth.
research Hair Follicle Dermal Stem Cells Regenerate the Dermal Sheath, Repopulate the Dermal Papilla, and Modulate Hair Type
Hair follicle dermal stem cells are key for regenerating parts of the hair follicle and determining hair type.
research Tissue engineering of human hair follicles using a biomimetic developmental approach
Researchers created human hair follicles using a new method that could help treat hair loss.
research Alopecia areata
Some treatments can help with a hair loss condition called alopecia areata, but none ensure lasting results; choices depend on the person, with JAK inhibitors showing promise for severe cases.
research The Dermal Papilla: An Instructive Niche for Epithelial Stem and Progenitor Cells in Development and Regeneration of the Hair Follicle
The dermal papilla is crucial for hair growth and health, and understanding it could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Effect of minoxidil on proliferation and apoptosis in dermal papilla cells of human hair follicle
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by increasing cell production and survival.
research Premature Senescence of Balding Dermal Papilla Cells In Vitro Is Associated with p16INK4a Expression
Balding cells age faster due to stress, suggesting stress-targeting treatments for hair loss.
research Shh maintains dermal papilla identity and hair morphogenesis via a Noggin–Shh regulatory loop
Sonic hedgehog signaling is crucial for hair growth and maintaining hair follicle identity.
research Efficacy of topical sensitizers in the treatment of alopecia areata
Topical sensitizers have mixed success in treating alopecia areata.