118 citations
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January 2016 in “Current Topics in Developmental Biology” The document concludes that while significant progress has been made in understanding skin biology and stem cells, more research is needed to fully understand their interactions with their environment.
46 citations
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May 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The vitamin D receptor is essential for skin stem cells to grow, move, and become different cell types needed for skin healing.
40 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Nanoparticle Research” Silver nanoparticles in gel form can effectively heal wounds.
20 citations
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September 2015 in “Protein expression and purification” Scientists made safflower seeds produce a human growth factor that could help with hair growth and wound healing.
17 citations
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April 2017 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Monoolein-alginate beads help heal wounds by controlling moisture and effectively delivering adenosine to the skin.
13 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Traditional and complementary medicine may help with skin conditions, but more high-quality research is needed.
10 citations
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April 2008 in “Journal of Pediatric Surgery” P-selectin is not the only factor that prevents scarring in fetal wound healing in mice.
6 citations
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July 2023 in “Plants” Datura metel leaf extracts help heal wounds effectively.
4 citations
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April 2024 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” Caspase-1 helps hair stem cells move to heal wounded or inflamed skin.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds” Low-Level Laser Therapy helps heal wounds and regenerate tissue when used correctly.
January 2026 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” Fish skin-derived material helps diabetic wounds heal faster than current options.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Recombinant human TSG-6 speeds up wound healing in diabetic mice.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Bacteria can help skin regenerate through a process called IL-1β signaling.
28 citations
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November 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” GMG-43AC may help reduce unwanted hair growth and treat certain hair loss conditions.
February 2018 in “Trends in Immunology” Skin bacteria can help wound healing by activating certain immune cells.
12 citations
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December 2017 in “Food and chemical toxicology” Permanent hair dye mixtures can irritate and damage the skin.
November 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The plant combination effectively repairs skin and delays aging.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Terapevticheskii arkhiv” Human placenta hydrolysates help treat various diseases and aid healing.
2 citations
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March 2020 in “Cell” Elaine Fuchs' research shows how skin stem cells maintain health, aid in healing, and are involved in cancer.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LED light helps human hair root cells grow and prevents them from dying by activating specific growth pathways.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Human hair follicles have a scent receptor that can influence hair growth.
September 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” People with advanced chronic kidney disease often have skin problems, which can be treated with various medications and procedures to improve their quality of life.
May 2007 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Hair can regrow in adult mice's skin after injury, and this regrowth doesn't come from existing hair cells but from skin cells in the wound, with Wnt7a protein helping this process. This could help treat baldness and scarring.
192 citations
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January 2018 in “Burns & Trauma” Current skin substitutes help heal severe burns but don't fully replicate natural skin features.
176 citations
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January 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Bone Morphogenetic Proteins (BMPs) help control skin health, hair growth, and color, and could potentially be used to treat skin and hair disorders.
132 citations
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Fat-derived stem cells show promise for skin repair and reducing aging signs but need more research for consistent results.
124 citations
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June 2020 in “Cell Stem Cell” Fat cells in the skin help start healing and form important repair cells after injury.
76 citations
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mesenchymal stem cells show potential for skin healing and anti-aging, but more research is needed for safe use, especially regarding stem cells from induced pluripotent sources.
65 citations
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January 2018 in “Nature Reviews Endocrinology” Skin fat has important roles in hair growth, skin repair, immune defense, and aging, and could be targeted for skin and hair treatments.
65 citations
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February 2017 in “Pflügers Archiv - European Journal of Physiology” Macrophages are vital for skin healing, hair growth, salt balance, and cancer defense.