September 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Biologicals are increasingly used in medicine and cosmetics, especially for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed.
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January 2019 in “Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology” Postpartum depression is linked to changes in brain chemicals, inflammation, stress, and certain genes, and can potentially be identified by markers like specific steroids, serotonin levels, and vitamin D levels.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Taking biotin can lead to incorrect low results in free testosterone tests.
March 2022 in “Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences. E, Medical Entomology and Parasitology” Demodex mites might help skin balance by eating bacteria, but their role in skin disorders is unclear and may involve other factors.
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January 2019 in “AIP conference proceedings” Propolis from Tetragonula biroi bees may help fight cancer cells.
February 2026 in “Phycology” Microalgae can sustainably improve nutrition and cosmetics with their diverse beneficial compounds.
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October 2018 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” Certain bacteria and fungi are linked to healthy scalps and dandruff, suggesting that the scalp's microbial balance affects its health.
July 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” The green alga Parachlorella sp. has potential for use in cosmetics and health products due to its antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, and hair growth properties.
January 2019 in “Advances in Environmental Biology” Propionibacterium acnes contributes to acne and antibiotic resistance, needing new treatments.
Most people with post-COVID syndrome experience symptoms like fatigue, but Omicron variants cause fewer persistent symptoms.
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January 2023 in “Science Advances” The skin's microbiome helps hair regrow by boosting certain cell signals and metabolism.
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January 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” An imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to skin immune diseases and may affect their outcomes and related health issues.
April 2024 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” Blue light might help treat skin conditions by affecting the skin's bacteria.
August 2022 in “Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice” Microbiota imbalances may contribute to acne and offer new treatment insights.
October 2025 in “Journal of Biota” SCOBY kombucha gel speeds up wound healing, especially at 12% concentration.
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January 2023 in “Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity” Bacillus tequilensis from Leea indica leaves is a strong natural antioxidant source.
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November 2024 in “Current Research in Microbial Sciences” Echinops echinatus and Tridax procumbens have compounds that fight bacteria.
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April 2002 in “Science” Botulinum toxin, once seen as a poison, is now used to treat medical conditions and is unlikely to be an effective biological weapon.
January 2026 in “MEDS Clinical Medicine” Biophysical and metabolic factors in skin wounds are crucial for stem cell behavior and skin healing.
May 2020 in “International Journal of Engineering Applied Sciences and Technology” Bioactive plant materials like lemon, garlic, and neem effectively fight harmful bacteria.
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June 2022 in “Agronomy” Certain natural biostimulants can increase lettuce yield and improve its nutritional content.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Small Ruminants (The)” Timely diagnosis and treatment improved a goat's skin condition.
June 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Light-treated cell medium boosts hair growth in mice.
January 2021 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” The study aims to understand the skin and hair characteristics of mothers and their babies, and how these may affect newborns' skin health and mothers' postpartum hair loss.
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August 2013 in “Integrative Zoology” Feathers in diet increase gut bacteria diversity in Arctic foxes.
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July 2012 in “Linguistic Annotation Workshop” Root hairs in barley improve growth and zinc uptake in zinc-deficient soil.
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April 2023 in “Cytotechnology” January 2026 in “Nutrients” Probiotics may help improve depression in women with PCOS.