September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” CCCA and lichen planopilaris have similar histological features, making them hard to distinguish.
June 2023 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Sdr16c5 and Sdr16c6 genes regulate a key point in lipid production that affects eye and skin gland function.
April 2017 in “Journal of dermatological science” Removing PLCg1 from skin cells caused thicker oil glands and less hair in mice.
Combining β-sitosterol nanoparticles with laser therapy may effectively stimulate hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
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February 2019 in “The European Research Journal” Laser pubic hair removal boosts self-esteem, body image, and sexual functions in women.
October 2021 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Platelet-rich plasma is a safe and effective treatment for oral lichen planus.
A genetic variant in the KRT71 gene may cause loose anagen hair and wooly hair, and symptoms might improve with age.
Laser therapy is effective for treating vascular lesions with the right light settings and trained professionals.
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May 2025 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” A severe virus outbreak in yaks on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau caused high death rates and requires targeted control measures.
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March 2015 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Topical clobetasol is recommended over mycophenolate mofetil for treating Lichen Planopilaris due to better safety and patient satisfaction.
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August 2018 in “Journal of Structural Biology” KAP8.1 protein is crucial for hair structure and interacts with keratin 85.
Newly designed proteins can effectively degrade specific proteins in cells, offering a promising alternative for targeted protein degradation.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Veterinary Science” Higher dihydrotestosterone levels reduce crowing complexity in Kokok Balenggek roosters.
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November 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The K15 promoter effectively targets stem cells in the hair follicle bulge.
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May 2015 in “Photomedicine and Laser Surgery” Low-Level Laser Therapy may help with flap survival and burn scar healing, but not with venous ulcers or hair loss, and more research is needed.
March 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international”
Cocor Bebek leaf extract may promote hair growth better than minoxidil at high concentrations.
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November 2013 in “Development” Keratin 79 marks a new group of cells that are key for creating and repairing the hair follicle's structure.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” The treatment effectively repairs and strengthens damaged hair by restoring natural lipids.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fractional infrared technology is effective and safe for treating cervical laxity.
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March 2022 in “Applied sciences” Lespedeza bicolor extract promotes hair growth and increases hair follicle cell growth, potentially making it a better treatment than minoxidil.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Wedelolactone may help treat inflammation, infections, cancer, bone loss, and organ damage.
December 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The new treatment improved keratosis pilaris symptoms and mood in 28 days.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Albert Kligman, known for his dermatology research and the discovery of tretinoin, was a significant figure in hair science but faced controversy for inmate experiments.
September 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” 79 citations
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January 2002 in “Nucleic Acids Research” BMP-2 activates the Dlx3 gene in mouse skin cells, important for hair and skin development.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BLZ-100 is safe for use in skin cancer surgery and may help identify cancerous tissue.
December 2020 in “ID on line. Revista de psicologia” Low-power laser therapy with essential oils effectively promotes new hair growth in male pattern baldness.
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September 2010 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Both intense pulsed light and long-pulsed diode laser effectively reduced facial hair in women, with no significant difference in satisfaction after 6 months, but intense pulsed light was more painful.