January 2024 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” Melanin is important for hair color, health, and UV protection.
July 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Assessing CD8+ T cell levels before surgery may improve vitiligo treatment outcomes.
31 citations
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November 2015 in “PloS one” Reducing Tyrosinase prevents mature color pigment cells from forming in mouse hair.
10 citations
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September 2019 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” Older steers have higher hair cortisol levels than younger steers.
9 citations
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July 2022 in “Cell reports” Sox2 controls hair color by affecting pigment production in hair follicles.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The enzyme myo-inositol oxygenase is not linked to the cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
January 2025 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” BMP4 helps stem cells turn into pigment-producing cells, affecting hair color and growth.
Hair fibers degrade and change color in very basic water.
14 citations
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September 2017 in “General and comparative endocrinology” Barn owls with smaller black spots have higher testosterone levels, which might be due to genetic effects on hormone regulation rather than hormone effects on coloration.
11 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair regrows faster in alopecia areata than skin re-pigments in vitiligo due to differences in stem cells and treatment effects.
2 citations
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September 2025 in “Cosmetics” Hormonal therapies can improve skin issues by adjusting hormone levels, with future advancements promising better results.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Processes” Researchers successfully grew horse skin cells that produce pigment from hair follicle samples.
60 citations
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April 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Surgical methods like suction blister grafting and split-thickness skin grafting are highly successful for vitiligo repigmentation, but choosing the right patients is crucial for success.
4 citations
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Stem Cells” The FTO gene hinders stem cells in hair follicles from becoming pigment cells.
May 2007 in “Bioline International (Bioline International)” Pregnant women often experience various skin changes, with pigment changes and stretch marks being most common.
30 citations
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July 2018 in “Scientific Reports” Blocking certain fat production can reverse skin inflammation and hair loss.
16 citations
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January 2015 in “Forensic science international” The hair of two ancient Chilean mummies is well-preserved and contains high levels of heavy metals.
11 citations
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January 2015 in “PubMed” A specific laser treatment can promote hair growth in mice by increasing certain protein levels.
7 citations
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September 2024 in “Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology” Malassezia furfur lipids improve skin health at pH 6.
3 citations
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September 2023 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Stem cells can be used to create long-lasting skin cells for treating pigment disorders.
September 2018 in “University of the Arts London Research Online (University of the Arts London)” L-arginine, hydrolysed keratin, and cystine-silanol copolymer can help protect hair from damage during and after bleaching.
283 citations
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February 2011 in “Cell stem cell” COL17A1 is crucial for preventing hair graying and loss by supporting hair and pigment stem cells.
19 citations
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January 2014 in “Facial plastic surgery” Dermabrasion improves skin appearance by removing the top layer to promote healing.
1 citations
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December 2019 Selenium is essential for health, but too much or too little can cause problems; blood selenium levels are a good measure of intake.
55 citations
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December 2014 in “Dermatologica sinica/Zhōnghuá pífūkē yīxué zázhì” Keratinocytes control how melanocytes work.
34 citations
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August 1966 in “Experimental cell research” Keratin fibrils in hair form and stop growing at specific points in the follicle.
16 citations
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January 2008 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause skin darkening and increased blood vessels, but treatment can improve symptoms.
10 citations
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April 2019 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” Eating selenium-rich rice improved antioxidant activity and signs of aging in mice.
9 citations
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May 2005 in “Facial plastic surgery” Laser hair removal can be safe and effective for dark-skinned individuals with the right laser settings.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” Exosomes from Pinctada martensii mucus can safely reduce melanin production, offering a new treatment for skin pigment issues.