A new method allows for controlled, long-lasting delivery of retinoic acid through the skin with less inflammation.
August 2025 in “South African Journal of Botany” Formulation B of the herbal hair oil promotes hair growth better than standard treatments and is safe for use.
March 2025 in “Drug Development Research” The new gel combining minoxidil and tofacitinib effectively treats alopecia areata by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” The optimized caffeine formula improved hair growth and penetrated all skin layers.
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January 2021 in “Mediators of Inflammation” 15d‐PGJ2 cream protects against UVB-induced skin damage in mice.
November 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” Most participants had dry skin and scalp issues, needing more research.
January 2022 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Argan oil-based nano carriers could potentially deliver caffeine to hair follicles to treat hair loss.
Minoxidil sulfate, delivered through iontophoresis, can be used to treat hair loss.
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March 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Using specific cleansers and moisturizers with niacinamide improves men's skin hydration and health.
May 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 3 citations
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August 2019 in “PubMed” Topical corticosteroid foams are effective, safe, and easy to use for treating various skin conditions.
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May 2013 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Multimodal minoxidil microemulsion is more effective in treating hair loss than minoxidil alone.
August 2022 in “Scholars academic journal of pharmacy” Invasomes loaded with clotrimazole gel could improve drug delivery through the skin for fungal treatment.
September 2020 in “Eureka: Health Sciences” The emulgel with specific ingredients was effective for treating hair loss.
15 citations
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October 2012 in “InTech eBooks” Niosomes are a promising and effective way to deliver drugs through the skin.
December 2022 in “Journal of Tropical Pharmacy and Chemistry” The hair tonic made from oil palm leaf extract is very effective in preventing hair damage from the sun.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Generic topical and transdermal systems usually cause minimal irritation or sensitization.
February 2024 in “Journal of Molecular Structure” The new minoxidil and salicylic acid hydrogel improves alopecia treatment.
50 citations
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December 2017 in “Nanoscale” Polymeric micelle nanocarriers deliver adapalene more effectively to hair follicles than commercial products.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” Minoxidil tablets with 6% croscarmellose sodium dissolve quickly and work well.
April 2025 in “Digital Commons - East Tennessee State University (East Tennessee State University)” Cromolyn sodium oleate gel is more effective and safer for treating atopic dermatitis than dexamethasone.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Microsponges with rosemary oil significantly improve hair growth compared to regular rosemary oil and minoxidil.
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January 2021 in “Theranostics” The targeted nanohybrids effectively reduced psoriasis symptoms and improved skin health.
February 2024 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” A new liposomal formulation improves drug delivery and hair growth for treating hair loss without causing skin irritation.
61 citations
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June 2010 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Cationic polymers improved liposome stability and increased skin absorption of aciclovir and minoxidil.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The study created a new hair loss treatment paste that regrows hair faster and with fewer side effects than minoxidil alone.
December 2025 in “Saudi Journal of Medicine and Public Health” Pharmacists are key in choosing and guiding the safe use of topical corticosteroids for skin conditions.
January 2016 in “Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)” Topical finasteride formulations can treat hair loss effectively with fewer side effects.
April 2025 in “Jurnal Multidisiplin Dehasen (MUDE)” The hair tonic with fragrant pandan leaf extract and VCO was mostly stable, except for the F3 formulation.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” The optimized microemulsion with cinnamon oil effectively delivers finasteride through the skin without damaging hair.