75 citations
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September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia” Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair strength is similar across different scalp areas, and not affected by age, gender, or hair thickness.
2 citations
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December 2025 in “Cosmetics” Proper scalp care can improve hair health and delay ageing signs.
38 citations
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September 2017 in “Oncologist” Scalp cooling can help prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss with a 50-90% success rate and is safe for patients.
48 citations
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November 2002 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Genetic variations in hair keratin proteins exist but don't significantly affect hair structure.
27 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of optometry” Eyelashes protect the eyes, but more research is needed to understand how.
16 citations
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July 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.
6 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of the mechanics and physics of solids/Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids” The model shows that factors like follicle shape and stiffness are key for hair growth and anchoring.
39 citations
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November 2007 in “Experimental dermatology” Human hair follicles contain a complex network of prostanoid receptors that may influence hair growth.
18 citations
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March 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” Pilomatricoma can develop into various hair-related structures.
2 citations
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October 2015 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
January 2024 in “Journal of tissue engineering” Sunlight exposure damages hair follicles, but certain stem cell-derived particles can reduce this damage and help with hair regeneration.
7 citations
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November 2006 in “Journal of immunological methods” The method can help diagnose and monitor diabetes by analyzing hair.
21 citations
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December 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair graying is caused by damage and cell depletion but might be temporarily reversible with drugs and hormones.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” 3-Hydroxypropionic acid may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth in cells.
4 citations
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January 2022 in “Life” Tissue engineering could be a future solution for hair loss, but it's currently expensive, complex, and hard to apply in real-world treatments.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Hair loss reduces hair thickness and coverage, but drug treatments mainly revive dormant hairs rather than reverse thinning; patients often undervalue their hair loss severity.
2 citations
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September 2024 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Noninvasive scalp imaging techniques can improve patient care by reducing the need for biopsies.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Ageratum houstonianum extract and agerarin may help hair growth.
March 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Folliculin slows hair growth, and blocking it might help treat hair loss.
Current hair regeneration methods show promise but face challenges in maintaining cell effectiveness and creating the right environment for hair growth.
Hair proteins in preschool children and their mothers could indicate developmental changes and health status.
VB-1, a natural compound, may promote hair growth by enhancing important cell signaling and increasing key gene expression.
30 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Advanced Research” Conditioned medium from keratinocytes can improve hair growth potential in cultured dermal papilla cells.
40 citations
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.
14 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Some cancer treatments can cause permanent hair loss.
September 2025 in “Pakistan Journal of Science” Diabetics have lower essential element levels, which may contribute to diabetes, and certain plants might help manage it.
33 citations
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March 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” LHX2 and SOX9 identify unique hair follicle cell groups, crucial for hair maintenance.
June 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Hair dye can cause severe scalp burns and long-term health risks, so safety guidelines must be followed.