research Emerging nonmetabolic functions of skin fat
Skin fat has important roles in hair growth, skin repair, immune defense, and aging, and could be targeted for skin and hair treatments.
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research Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
research Beauty is skin deep: the fascinating biology of the epidermis and its appendages.
The biology of skin and hair is complex and not fully understood.
research Lights triggered differential accumulation of antioxidant and antidiabetic secondary metabolites in callus culture of Eclipta alba L.
Red light boosts beneficial compounds in Eclipta alba cultures.
research Eosinophils in fibrous tracts and near hair bulbs: A helpful diagnostic feature of alopecia areata
Finding eosinophils near hair bulbs helps diagnose alopecia areata.
research Oxidative Stress in Alopecia Areata: A Case–Control Study
Alopecia areata patients have higher oxidative stress and lower antioxidant levels.
research Augmenting Endogenous Wnt Signaling Improves Skin Wound Healing
Boosting Wnt signaling improves skin wound healing.
research Delivery of Tissue-Targeted Scalpels: Opportunities and Challenges for In Vivo CRISPR/Cas-Based Genome Editing
Using CRISPR for gene editing in the body is promising but needs better delivery methods to be more efficient and specific.
research Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs) and PPAR agonists: the ‘future’ in dermatology therapeutics?
PPAR agonists show promise for skin conditions but need more research before being a main treatment.
research Differentiation of the sebaceous gland
The exact molecular mechanisms of sebaceous gland function are still unclear.
research Analyses of histological and transcriptome differences in the skin of short-hair and long-hair rabbits
Hair length in rabbits is linked to differences in lipid metabolism and cell death.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research Oxidative Damage Control in a Human (Mini-) Organ: Nrf2 Activation Protects against Oxidative Stress-Induced Hair Growth Inhibition
Activating Nrf2 protects human hair follicles from oxidative stress and helps prevent hair growth inhibition.
research Evidence for Masculinization of Adipokine Gene Expression in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue of Obese Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Obese women with PCOS show a male-like pattern in certain fat tissue gene expressions.
research “Sebocytes’ makeup” - Novel mechanisms and concepts in the physiology of the human sebaceous glands
Hormones and signaling pathways control sebaceous gland function and could help treat acne.
research Recent advances in nanocarrier-loaded gels: Which drug delivery technologies against which diseases?
Nanocarrier-loaded gels improve drug delivery for cancer, skin conditions, and hair loss.
research Current Evidence for Clinical Efficacy of Platelet Rich Plasma in Aesthetic Surgery: A Systematic Review
The document concludes that the effectiveness of platelet rich plasma in aesthetic surgery is unclear due to inconsistent reporting and lack of objective measures in studies.
research A practical guide for the study of human and murine sebaceous glands in situ
The guide explains how to study human and mouse sebaceous glands using various staining and imaging techniques, and emphasizes the need for standardized assessment methods.
research Recent Advances in the Structural Design of Photosensitive Agent Formulations Using “Soft” Colloidal Nanocarriers
New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
research 5α-Reductase Type 2 Regulates Glucocorticoid Action and Metabolic Phenotype in Human Hepatocytes
Manipulating 5α-reductase type 2 can affect liver fat production and glucocorticoid effects.
research Modulation of glucocorticoid action and the treatment of type-2 diabetes
Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.
research Google Trends as a Tool for Evaluating Public Interest in Facial Cosmetic Procedures
Google Trends data on facial cosmetic procedures matches actual surgery numbers, showing it can help plastic surgeons understand public interest.
research Tumor Necrosis Factor-α and Interleukin-1 Antagonists Alleviate Inflammatory Skin Changes Associated with Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Antibody Therapy in Mice
Blocking certain proteins can reduce skin inflammation caused by cancer treatment.
research Transport of Biotin in Human Keratinocytes
Human skin cells have a high-affinity system for biotin transport, crucial for skin health.
research Existence of various structural zones in keratinous tissues revealed by X-ray microdiffraction
Keratinous tissues have multiple structural layers, including ordered keratin and lipid granules.
research Use of ethinylestradiol/drospirenone combination in patients with the polycystic ovary syndrome
The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Transcutol containing vesicles for topical delivery of minoxidil
Transcutol-containing vesicles improve minoxidil's skin penetration and hair growth promotion.
research Nanomaterial-Based Therapy for Wound Healing
Nanomaterials show promise in improving wound healing but require more research on their potential toxicity.
research Endogenous retinoids in the hair follicle and sebaceous gland
Maintaining the right amount of retinoic acid is crucial for healthy hair and skin.
research Lysophospholipid Mediators in Health and Disease
Lysophospholipids like LPA and S1P are important for hair growth, immune responses, and vascular development, and could be targeted for treating diseases.