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January 2006 in “Journal of Cell Science” The document concludes that the hair cycle is a complex process involving growth, regression, and rest phases, regulated by various molecular signals.
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January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
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September 2018 in “Regenerative Medicine” New hair can grow from large wounds in mice, but less so as they age, involving reprogramming of skin cells and specific molecular pathways.
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September 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” EGCG in green tea benefits skin, hair, cancer treatment, weight loss, diabetes, heart, and brain health.
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January 2025 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” LPAR6 has a unique way of binding and activating, which helps in designing treatments for hair loss and cancer.
January 2025 in “Advanced Materials Interfaces” Tannic acid can reduce hair loss by 56.2% by coating hair and releasing beneficial molecules.
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April 2021 in “Biology” Thai rice bran extracts, especially from Tubtim Chumphae rice, can significantly reduce the activity of hair loss genes, with x-tocopherol showing potential as an anti-hair loss product.
February 2025 in “Global Academic Journal of Pharmacy and Drug Research” Beetroot extract may help treat hair loss naturally with fewer side effects.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair loss in Chinese men by activating Wnt/ß-catenin pathway.
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August 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” PN hydrates skin; PDRN heals and regenerates skin and hair.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” DHT increases scalp heat, causing hair loss.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” DHT increases scalp heat, causing hair loss.
February 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Platycladi Cacumen may help treat hair loss by affecting certain biological pathways.
Platycladi Cacumen may help treat hair loss by targeting specific proteins and pathways.
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March 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Forsythiaside-A, a natural substance, can protect against hair loss and is more effective than current treatments, potentially making it a good option for hair loss treatment.
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October 2009 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Canine claws have complex structures with different keratin types, similar to hair and nails.
Scalp melanoma is often diagnosed late in people with hair loss, leading to worse outcomes.
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May 2020 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Yak belly hair has higher porosity and is less stiff than human hair, making it absorb dye better but less suitable as a direct substitute for hair dyeing.
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April 2021 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Linoleic acid from Malva verticillata seeds may help treat hair loss by promoting hair cell growth and blocking baldness signals.
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October 1976 in “Biochemical Journal” Naked-mouse hair lacks certain proteins and has less soluble fibril.
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July 2007 in “Developmental Dynamics” The molecule Wise is involved in the development of various structures in chick embryos.
March 2014 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in androgenic alopecia patients is linked to changes in certain genes that control cell growth and death.
January 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Small molecule DMF improves psoriasis and multiple sclerosis, adult skin cells can be made to grow new hair, certain skin cells initiate hair growth, IL-17C controls gut health and can cause skin inflammation, and skin cells produce IL-17 that can lead to psoriasis.
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December 2013 in “Molecular biology of the cell” ILK is essential for proper hair follicle development and structure.
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December 2004 in “Molecular Endocrinology” The vitamin D receptor is essential for normal hair growth, even without its usual binding.
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September 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.
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March 2009 in “Dermato-Endocrinology” The exact molecular mechanisms of sebaceous gland function are still unclear.
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September 2012 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” MicroRNAs play a crucial role in skin and hair health, affecting everything from growth to aging, and could potentially be used in treating skin diseases.
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May 2018 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” miR‑339‑5p can slow down hair follicle stem cell differentiation by targeting DLX5.
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February 1992 in “Molecular Biology Reports” A specific type II hair keratin was identified and found in hair cortex and tongue cells.