June 2012 in “Nature digest” A substance called prostaglandin D2 is linked to stopping hair growth in men with common baldness.
February 2019 in “Journal of Physiology & Pathology in Korean Medicine” Puerariae Radix extract may be a promising cosmetic ingredient for skin health.
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March 2021 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” A mix of specific inhibitors and a growth factor helps keep hair growth cells from losing their properties in the lab.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” PRP is a promising, cost-effective treatment for hair loss by stimulating hair growth.
January 2009 in “China Practical Medicine” Certain genes help dermal papillae cells in hair follicles grow and group together.
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January 2017 in “Steroids” Allopregnanolone increases growth and changes gene activity in human brain cancer cells.
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June 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma is tolerable for lichen planopilaris and doesn't worsen the condition, but its effectiveness is unclear.
January 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Polynucleotides improve skin quality and are safe and effective for rejuvenation.
January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” PRP shows promise for improving healing and hair growth in cosmetic surgery but results can vary.
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May 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's excessive hair growth around a leg ulcer was linked to a treatment with Prostaglandin E1 ointment.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Different treatments for skin conditions were found to be effective and generally safe, with biologics recommended as the first choice for generalized pustular psoriasis.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” Platelet-rich plasma therapy effectively treated laser-induced skin lightening.
June 2009 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” A woman was diagnosed with porphyria cutanea tarda and improved with phlebotomy and lifestyle changes.
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Piperonylic acid may help hair growth and treat hair loss.
April 2023 in “Dermatologica Sinica” The Pemphigus Disease Area Index and Autoimmune Bullous Skin Disorder Intensity Score are the best tools for assessing pemphigus severity.
April 2026 in “Cosmetics” The formulation significantly increased hair density and thickness safely in people with androgenetic alopecia.
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September 2024 in “Biomolecules and Biomedicine” Total glucosides of paeony may help treat alopecia areata by reducing inflammation and hair loss.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
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May 2021 in “Clinical Nuclear Medicine” Platelet-rich plasma therapy can increase FDG uptake in the scalp.
October 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Both environmental and genetic factors contribute to Lichen Planopilaris.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with atopic dermatitis have more CD4+ T cells that respond to a certain bacterial lipid, which may play a role in the skin condition's inflammation.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 595 nm pulsed dye laser is a cost-effective treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer with a low recurrence rate.
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November 2019 in “FEBS open bio” Combining specific inducers helps dermal papilla cells regain hair-forming ability.
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January 2014 in “Hospital pharmacy” Using a strong allergy medicine too often on the scalp can cause swelling and inflammation.
Atopic dermatitis affects the appearance of skin reactions, making certain features more common and improving diagnostic accuracy with dermoscopy.
October 2025 in “Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology” Standardized protocols are crucial for safe and infection-free platelet-rich plasma therapy.
Higher PD-1 levels mean fewer CD8+ T cells in alopecia areata hair follicles.
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February 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is linked to androgen excess, while frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is linked to androgen deficiency.
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March 2024 in “Brain Imaging and Stimulation” A low-cost, 3D-printed light therapy device is safe and effective but needs more testing before use on people.