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June 2019 in “Stem cells” Special particles from skin cells can promote hair growth by activating a specific growth signal.
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January 2020 The pomegranate-based herbal shampoo works well and is safe for daily use.
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November 1998 in “Cell” β-catenin affects hair growth and can lead to tumors, needing more research for better understanding.