April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ovol2 is important for proper skin healing and hair growth.
39 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Histochemistry & Cytochemistry” NG2 is crucial for normal skin and hair development in mice.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Prostaglandin E2 helps prevent hair loss from radiotherapy by protecting hair growth cells and aiding self-repair.
8 citations
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March 2015 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Hair dye ingredient PPD causes cell death and aging in human hair cells by altering microRNA levels.
Minoxidil and nebivolol can help prevent aortic aging in diabetic mice.
181 citations
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July 2004 in “Journal of controlled release” Smaller nanoparticles improve minoxidil absorption through hair follicles.
February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Natesto nasal gel improves erectile function and mood in men with low testosterone within 30 days.
September 2025 in “PubMed”
18 citations
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PGD2 increases androgen receptor activity in hair cells, which could be targeted to treat hair loss.
January 2025 in “Repository of Digital Objects for Teaching Research and Culture (University of Valencia)” Non-coding RNAs may be key in diagnosing and treating rare skin disorders.
26 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Molecular Cell Biology” Endoglin is crucial for proper hair growth cycles and stem cell activation in mice.
1 citations
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June 2021 in “General physiology and biophysics” Minoxidil relaxes rat blood vessels mainly through nitric oxide and potassium channels.
2 citations
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June 2016 in “Korean journal of veterinary research” Emodin may help hair grow similarly to minoxidil and could treat baldness.
October 2019 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Capilcep effectively promotes hair growth and is safe, but long-term effects need more research.
35 citations
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November 1989 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Epitestosterone may act as a weak antiandrogen and can inhibit an enzyme involved in testosterone metabolism.
December 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” The new minoxidil formula speeds up hair growth effectively.
53 citations
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January 2012 in “Developmental Biology” EGFR signaling is essential for ear cell regeneration in both birds and mammals.
29 citations
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December 2016 in “The EMBO Journal” Gata6 is important for protecting hair growth cells from DNA damage and keeping normal hair growth.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
April 2023 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Low doses of oral minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, can cause temporary morning swelling around the eyes, but it's not serious and can disappear with continued use or dose adjustment.
46 citations
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October 2012 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” Genetic defects in androgen production are linked to male developmental disorders and are improving treatment understanding.
January 2025 in “Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice” Nano-cerium oxide may help treat hair loss by improving hair growth and reducing certain skin proteins.
Knocking out the FGF5 gene in sheep increased wool production and hair-follicle density.
253 citations
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June 2004 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Smaller nanoparticles improve minoxidil delivery through hair follicles.
New steroid derivatives show promise as anticancer agents, even against resistant cells.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Progesterone reduces anxiety and depression in female mice by increasing BDNF in the brain, needing 5α-reduction and estradiol.
16 citations
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August 2014 in “International Journal of Women's Health” The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.
March 2025 in “BioNanoScience” The new minoxidil hydrogel improves delivery and is safe for treating hair loss.
8 citations
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January 2001 in “Methods in enzymology on CD-ROM/Methods in enzymology” Oligomeric procyanidins may help hair grow by affecting cell growth and the hair growth cycle.