June 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Minoxidil, caffeine, and biotin can improve hair shine by restoring certain genes.
April 2024 in “Applied biological chemistry” Piperine from black pepper can make hair less oily by blocking fat cell development in hair roots.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
January 2023 in “IGI Global eBooks” Cannabis may help with skin and hair health but could also increase heart and stroke risks.
September 2022 in “Cosmetics” 20 citations
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October 2019 in “JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery” Head and neck melanoma cases rose by 51.1% in young males aged 15-39 from 1995 to 2014.
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January 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Most cosmetic treatments should be postponed until after childbirth for safety.
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June 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Dermoscopy is an effective tool for accurately detecting skin cancers.
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May 2018 in “Photochemistry and photobiology” The Hair BB Cream effectively prevents UV damage and improves hair health.
June 2006 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clear glass lets most UV rays through, so it's important to know how well different glasses block UV to protect yourself.
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December 2022 in “Toxicological Research” 19 citations
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December 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dihydroxyacetone in self-tanning lotion helped reduce sun-related skin issues in a woman with variegate porphyria.
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January 1994 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Sunlight damages hair, causing cuticle loss, protein changes, and discoloration.
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December 2013 in “Chemistry Central Journal” Sunlight exposure increases drug toxicity; amber glass best for protection.
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August 2023 in “Antioxidants” Gelidium corneum seaweed has promising skin health benefits, including UV protection and healing properties.
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June 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” People with hair loss should use strong sun protection to prevent scalp skin cancer.
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June 2025 in “Pharmacognosy Research” The F4 polyherbal sunscreen is a promising natural alternative with effective UV protection and antioxidant benefits.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Applied and Experimental Biology” Hemp shows promise for skincare and hair care due to its therapeutic properties, but standardization and clinical evidence are needed.
January 2019 in “Estudo Geral (Universidade de Coimbra)” Algae are promising for skincare due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties.
September 2014 in “Emergency Medicine News” The man's skin condition improved with sun protection and topical steroids, but UV exposure still caused flare-ups.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Higher SPF sunscreens provide more DNA protection, and the form of sunscreen doesn't affect protection level.
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” Sunlight worsens hair loss; protect scalp.
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January 1995 Melanin in black hair protects it from sun damage better than light-brown hair.
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November 2007 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” A man was diagnosed with a rare form of lupus after showing unique skin symptoms that responded well to treatment.
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April 2020 in “Cureus” A woman with both TLE and SLE improved with hydroxychloroquine treatment.
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January 2023 in “Experimental dermatology” Skin thickness decreases and structural changes occur with both ageing and sun exposure in certain skin types.
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September 2021 Patients with alopecia areata may have lower vitamin D levels than healthy people.
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June 2025 in “Preprints.org” Climate change harms skin health and reduces the effectiveness of aesthetic treatments.
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June 2011 in “InTech eBooks” Darker skin provides more protection against UV damage and cancer.