303 citations
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October 2000 in “Nature” RXRα is crucial for hair growth and skin cell function.
62 citations
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January 2009 in “Biochemistry” Vitamin D receptor binds similarly to natural and synthetic ligands, affecting gene regulation.
24 citations
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September 2014 in “PloS one” Thyroid hormone receptors are essential for hair growth and wound healing.
October 2023 in “Apollo medicine” The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
13 citations
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May 2021 in “FASEB bioAdvances” Plant-based products can improve hair and skin health without harmful side effects.
64 citations
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March 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” GPRC5D is linked to the formation of hair, nails, and certain tongue areas.
February 2026 in “Advanced Science” TTNPB helps turn stem cells into neural stem cells, improving depression-like behaviors in rats.
146 citations
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January 2004 in “Hormones” Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Retinoids are effective for skin conditions like severe acne and psoriasis but must be used with caution due to potential side effects and risks during pregnancy.
9 citations
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July 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” An 82-year-old man's white hair regained color after taking etretinate for psoriasis.
7 citations
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August 2009 in “The Journal of Rheumatology Supplement” Retinoids and narrowband UVB phototherapy are effective for treating psoriasis and can reduce treatment time when used together.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.
32 citations
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January 2007 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Minoxidil and retinol together help hair grow.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
January 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Researchers found key regions in the mouse hairless gene that control its activity in skin and brain cells, affecting hair follicle function.
2 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Higher CRBP1 levels are linked to more severe alopecia areata.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Bioscientia medicina” Topical vitamin D is effective in treating vitiligo with few side effects.
41 citations
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June 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Beard and scalp hair cells have different gene expressions, which may affect beard growth characteristics.
14 citations
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April 2000 in “Animal Science/Animal science” Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.
47 citations
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June 2019 in “Nature Communications” Noncoding dsRNA boosts hair growth by activating TLR3 and increasing retinoic acid.
34 citations
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September 2020 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders” Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
25 citations
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July 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
30 citations
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April 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.
September 2025 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Retinoic acid may help heal skin without scars by reducing fibrosis and supporting skin regeneration.
41 citations
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June 2016 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Hidradenitis suppurativa may be related to hormones and patients often have metabolic disorders; more research is needed to understand this connection.
22 citations
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October 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The Brazilian Society of Dermatology agrees that oral isotretinoin is effective for acne and other skin conditions, and it's safe when monitored, but more research is needed on dosing and duration.
16 citations
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July 2012 in “Current pharmaceutical biotechnology” New treatments for skin conditions related to the sebaceous gland are being developed based on current research.
115 citations
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August 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.
77 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Environmental factors, hormones, nutrition, and stress all significantly affect skin health and aging.
66 citations
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January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Isotretinoin's effects and side effects, like birth defects and depression, might be due to it causing cell death in various cells.