7 citations
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Researchers developed a method to measure drugs in hair follicles and found that both water-loving and fat-loving drugs can be detected after being applied to the skin.
June 2024 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Azelaic acid micro/nanocrystals, especially with ultrasound and salicylic acid, greatly improve acne treatment.
September 2023 in “Stem cell reviews and reports” Scientists found a new, less invasive way to get stem cells from horse hair for veterinary medicine.
January 2008 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” Hair follicle stem cells are similar to mesenchymal stem cells and can become neural-like cells under certain conditions.
365 citations
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March 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Nanocarriers can improve drug delivery through the skin by overcoming barriers.
2 citations
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January 2000 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains how hair is studied in forensics to identify its source and its role in criminal investigations.
7 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fat tissue and a specific protein are crucial for healthy hair growth and maintenance.
17 citations
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November 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document concludes that over 500 genes are linked to hair disorders and this knowledge is important for creating new treatments.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “Polish Journal of Environmental Studies” Air pollution can damage hair and scalp, causing hair loss and inflammation.
397 citations
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February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
7 citations
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September 2017 in “Scientific Reports” Mice with too much sPLA₂-IIA have hair loss and poor wound healing due to abnormal hair growth and stem cell depletion.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” The document concludes that hair follicles have a complex environment and our understanding of it is growing, but there are limitations when applying animal study findings to humans.
3 citations
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October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Herbal remedies show promise for managing premature hair greying but need more research.
2 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international” Fenugreek seed extract in a nanoparticle gel could be a promising new treatment for hair loss.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” The herbal hair oil is safe and beneficial for scalp and hair health.
June 2024 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” 2-deoxy-D-ribose gel may help regrow hair in cases of hair loss.
521 citations
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January 1954 in “Physiological Reviews” Hair growth is cyclic and influenced mainly by local factors.
196 citations
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March 2016 in “Nature Communications” Genetic factors influence hair traits like shape, color, and greying in Latin Americans.
7 citations
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January 2021 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” Porphyra-334 may help reduce wrinkles and promote hair growth.
15 citations
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May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” Substances from dental stem cells might help treat hair loss.
41 citations
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October 2008 in “The American journal of pathology” Blocking a specific protein signal can make hair grow on mouse nipples.
499 citations
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September 2011 in “Cell” Fat-related cells are important for initiating hair growth.
46 citations
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January 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.
November 2025 in “Quality in Sport” Consistent use of natural methods is key for healthy hair and scalp.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” The essential oils nanoemulsion promotes hair growth better than 2% minoxidil in mice.
107 citations
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August 2012 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” The document concludes that understanding the sebaceous gland's development and function is key to addressing related skin diseases and aging effects.
161 citations
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April 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Liposomes with certain properties can effectively deliver drugs deep into hair follicles.
73 citations
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April 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The scalp's microorganisms significantly affect hair health and disease.
6 citations
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March 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” Fibrosis causes loss of important fat cells, affecting tissue function.