research Biology of melanocytes in mammals
Melanocytes are important for skin and hair color and protect the skin from UV damage.
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390-420 / 1000+ results research Biocompatible exosomes derived from Pinctada martensii mucus for therapeutic melanin regulation via α-MSH/NF-κB/MITF pathway
Exosomes from Pinctada martensii mucus can safely reduce melanin production, offering a new treatment for skin pigment issues.
research Beyond the Epidermal-Melanin-Unit: The Human Scalp Anagen Hair Bulb Is Home to Multiple Melanocyte Subpopulations of Variable Melanogenic Capacity
The human scalp hair bulb contains different types of melanocytes with varying abilities to produce melanin.
research Mechanisms of repigmentation induced by photobiomodulation therapy in vitiligo
Light therapy using helium-neon lasers can help restore skin color in vitiligo by promoting skin cell growth and movement.
research Thyroid Hormones Directly Alter Human Hair Follicle Functions: Anagen Prolongation and Stimulation of Both Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Hair Pigmentation
Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.
research Oestrogen functions in skin and skin appendages
Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
research Noggin overexpression inhibits eyelid opening by altering epidermal apoptosis and differentiation
Noggin overexpression delays eyelid opening by affecting cell death and skin cell development.
research Age-related hair changes in men: Mechanisms and management of alopecia and graying
Men's hair loss is caused by hormones and genes, and can be treated with medication and surgery, while graying is due to aging and has no prevention except dyeing.
research Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for investigating murine telogen skin after spontaneous or depilation-induced hair growth
EPR spectroscopy showed that spontaneous hair growth results in thicker skin and less pigmented hair than depilation-induced growth.
research Premature Graying, Balding, and Low Bone Mineral Density in Older Women and Men
Balding men had lower bone density, while balding women had higher hip bone density.
research Pigmentation Effect of Rice Bran Extract in Hair Follicle-Like Tissue and Organ Culture Models
Rice bran extract boosts melanin production in hair follicles.
research Regulatory Effects of Thai Rice By-Product Extracts from Oryza sativa L. cv. Bue Bang 3 CMU and Bue Bang 4 CMU on Melanin Production, Nitric Oxide Secretion, and Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibition
BB4CMU rice bran oil may help treat hair loss and gray hair.
research A comparative study of skin transcriptomes and histological observations for black and white hair colors of giant panda
The study found that giant pandas have more melanin in black hair follicles than white, with gene expression differences that could affect hair color and skin health.
research Vitiligo: are microbes to blame?
Microbes might play a role in vitiligo.
research Application of multiphoton microscopy in dermatological studies: A mini-review
Multiphoton microscopy is a promising tool for detailed skin imaging and could improve patient care if its challenges are addressed.
research In Vitro hair growth and hair tanning activities of mangosteen pericarp extract on hair dermal papilla cells
Mangosteen extract may help with hair growth and prevent graying.
research Perspectives and Challenges of Hair Analysis
Hair is a complex organ, and understanding its detailed structure and growth phases is crucial for analyzing substances within it.
research Zebrafish Model of Hereditary Pigmentary Disorders
Zebrafish help understand genetic causes of skin pigment disorders like albinism.
research Laser for Hair Removal
Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Einfluss von Melatonin auf die Physiologie des Haares
research Reproductive performance of hair ewes and rams implanted with melatonin previous to the anestrus season in northwest Mexico
Giving melatonin to sheep before the non-breeding season can improve their chances of reproducing in northwest Mexico.
research Farmácia dos Clérigos - Porto e nos Serviços Farmacêuticos da University College Hospital - Londres, Reino Unido, ao abrigo do programa Erasmus+
Pharmacists play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes through personalized care and staying updated with scientific advancements.
research Farmácia Central de Almada - Almada e nos Serviços Farmacêuticos do Hospital Garcia de Orta - Almada
Pharmacists play a crucial role in customizing treatments and ensuring medication safety.
research Herbal Approaches for the Management of Premature Hair Greying: Mechanisms, Phytoconstituents and Delivery Strategies
Herbal remedies show promise for managing premature hair greying but need more research.
research GPCRs as key regulators in wound healing
GPCRs are vital for wound healing by affecting cell growth and immune response.
research Effects of SLC45A2 and GPNMB on Melanin Deposition Based on Transcriptome Sequencing in Chicken Feather Follicles
SLC45A2 and GPNMB genes help control chicken feather color by promoting melanin.
research 615 Evaluation of a combination of botanical extracts designed to protect hair and scalp from air pollutants: in vitro and clinical studies
Botanical extracts from peas and chia seeds improved scalp health and protected hair from pollution.
research Human Hair Follicles Operate a Functional Peripheral Equivalent of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Somatotropic Axis Ex Vivo
Human scalp hair follicles can produce hormones and have a system similar to a brain-body communication network.
research The human skin as a hormone target and an endocrine gland
Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
research TELECONSULTA EM INSUFICIÊNCIA CARDÍACA: REVISÃO DE ESCOPO
Passiflora incarnata may help with anxiety and sleep issues but has side effects; teleconsultation for heart failure can improve quality of life; increased screen time for children during the pandemic led to more clinical complaints; older and severely affected COVID-19 patients are more likely to have long-term symptoms.