Marine macroalgae contain compounds that can improve skin health and have cosmetic benefits.
October 2025 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” The document provides a comprehensive review of advancements in dermatology and aesthetic procedures, with a focus on peptides, androgenetic alopecia, and dermatological conditions during pregnancy. It highlights the multifunctional roles of peptides in anti-aging and skin rejuvenation, noting their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-melanogenic properties. Clinical studies suggest peptide formulations can enhance skin firmness and hydration with fewer side effects compared to traditional ingredients. The review also addresses androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing its genetic and hormonal causes, and discusses current and potential future treatments. Additionally, it covers the management of dermatological conditions during pregnancy, stressing the importance of individualized care and the integration of traditional and new treatments for conditions like melasma. Overall, the document underscores the need for continuous professional development and a multidisciplinary approach in dermatology.
January 2013 in “วารสารเภสัชศาสตร์อีสาน (Isan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IJPS)” Safflower extract increases melanin production in certain skin cells without harming them.
In vitro methods are crucial for developing effective and humane cosmetic ingredients.
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September 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Keratinocyte cytokines and genetic variations influence the development of moles and skin pigmentation.
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August 2022 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” New mouse models help study melanocytic cells for melanoma research.
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March 2019 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Researchers identified potential markers for human hair color stem cells.
January 1999 in “Praxis sociológica” Melanocyte stem cells can become melanoma, resembling human melanoma.
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June 2011 in “InTech eBooks” Darker skin provides more protection against UV damage and cancer.
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April 2010 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Nestin helps identify certain melanoma cells in nodular melanoma.
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May 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Human melanocytes have unique traits that affect melanoma development and prognosis.
Hair turning darker can be a sign of skin cancer.
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March 2008 in “Experimental dermatology” The new assay can track and measure melanosome transfer between skin cells, confirming filopodia's role in this process.
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April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” Melanoblasts migrate to the skin using various pathways, and understanding this process could help with skin disease research.
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February 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 
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October 2006 in “The International Journal of Biochemistry & Cell Biology” Melanocytes are crucial for skin pigmentation and can affect conditions like melanoma, vitiligo, and albinism, as well as hair color and hearing.
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March 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A clinically suspected melanoma appeared benign under the microscope but was confirmed by specific tests and a rare mutation.
January 2003 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” Melanin granules can be expelled by exocytosis.
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November 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study found a specific pattern of uneven melanin distribution on balding scalps that could help understand skin diseases caused by light exposure.
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May 2020 in “Trends in molecular medicine” The document concludes that the immune-inhibitory environment of the hair follicle may prevent melanoma development.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMP signaling is important for skin color, affecting melanin production, pigment spread, and cell movement.
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November 2019 in “Nature Communications” Oncogenic melanocyte stem cells can develop into melanoma similar to human cases.
January 2005 in “Enlighten: Publications (The University of Glasgow)” Melanocyte pathology requires keratinocyte hyperplasia and regulation dysfunction.
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Melanin may help melanoma cells grow by aiding their metabolism.
October 2025 in “Molecular Genetics and Genomics” 
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July 2007 in “Dermatologic clinics” Facial dark spots can be caused by the sun, genetics, makeup, or medicine, and are diagnosed by patient history and skin tests.
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December 2018 in “IOP conference series. Materials science and engineering” CD34+ hair follicle stem cells can become melanin-producing cells for treating skin conditions.
July 2025 in “Advanced Science” Collagen VI and Semaphorin 3C are important for hair pigmentation and could help treat pigmentation disorders.
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December 2014 in “Nature Communications” Fibroblasts can be turned into melanocytes for potential skin treatments.
March 2009 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Melanocytes in the outer root sheath are likely stem cells that grow fast but stay immature.