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August 2014 in “Journal of dermatological science” Adapalene 0.1% effectively reduces acne by decreasing comedones and altering skin properties.
January 2011 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” Curcuma anti-acne gel effectively reduces acne symptoms.
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October 2021 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” People with acne have a different balance of certain antioxidants in their blood compared to healthy individuals.
January 2022 in “Dubai diabetes and endocrinology journal/Dubai diabetes & endocrinology journal” A 16-year-old girl with HAIR-AN syndrome was treated with lifestyle changes and medications to manage her condition.
5 citations
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January 1999 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Bioré Pore Perfect strips effectively and safely clean pores on the nose.
May 2026 in “Malahayati Nursing Journal” Facial acupuncture improved skin appearance and health.
February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Myo-inositol with magnesium effectively reduces acne and hirsutism in PCOS patients without side effects.
98 citations
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May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Isotretinoin is effective for severe acne but requires careful monitoring for side effects, especially in women who could become pregnant.
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January 2017 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Metformin helps treat moderate-to-severe acne when used with other treatments.
November 2013 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Skin symptoms can indicate endocrine disorders and have various treatments.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Hormonal therapy in adults with gender dysphoria often leads to skin issues like acne, requiring a team of skin and hormone doctors.
February 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences” PCOS often causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing early treatment.
October 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” SANG5 niosomal gel effectively treats acne.
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December 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” The T-zone on the face has more androgen receptors and produces more oil than the U-zone.
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January 2000 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” Microneedle Therapy System effectively treats acne, scars, and hair loss safely.
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
Isotretinoin may cause temporary, reversible facial hair growth in some women.
March 2025 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Metabolic syndrome may worsen certain skin conditions, and managing both together is important.
38 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.
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February 2025 in “Cell Systems” Engineered bacteria can deliver antioxidants to protect skin.
November 2015 in “Pediatrics in review” The boy had severe facial swelling and scalp infection after using his mother's shampoo.
November 2017 in “International journal of research in dermatology” A rare skin disorder, nevus comedonicus, can appear on one side of the body following Blaschko's lines.
April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Benzoyl peroxide and adapalene gels work differently to reduce acne in mice.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The 1927 nm fractional thulium laser effectively treats acne by targeting and improving affected skin areas.
November 2022 in “JAAD case reports” A man with skin and hair symptoms improved partially with specific treatment.
4 citations
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July 1983 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Certain hormones can reduce skin oil and hair growth, potentially helping treat acne and excessive hair in women.
October 2025 in “Pielegniarstwo XXI wieku / Nursing in the 21st Century” Oral contraceptives can effectively treat acne by reducing oil production.
October 2023 in “Siriraj Medical Journal” Acne and hair loss in women can greatly lower their quality of life, but having polycystic ovarian syndrome does not.
July 2024 in “Periodontology 2000” Autologous platelet concentrates show promise in esthetic treatments but need more standardized research.
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January 2021 in “Experimental dermatology” Acne inversa is an epithelial-driven disease where inflammation is caused by cyst rupture, and treatments should focus on preventing tendril growth for better results.