research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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research Pharmacophore and Atom Based 3D QSAR Studies on the Novel 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
The developed model can predict effective 5-alpha-reductase enzyme inhibitors.
research Activity of steroid 4 and derivatives 4a–4f as inhibitors of the enzyme 5α-reductase 1
Compounds 4, 4b, and 4c effectively inhibit an enzyme linked to testosterone conversion without significant toxicity.
research In vivo and in vitro effect of novel 4,16-pregnadiene-6,20-dione derivatives, as 5α-reductase inhibitors
The new compounds may be more effective and cheaper than current treatments for conditions like baldness.
research 13C-NMR study of 4-azasteroids in solution and solid state
4-azasteroids, including finasteride, can inhibit 5α-reductase, helping treat conditions like enlarged prostate and hair loss.
research Rational Design of a Topical Androgen Receptor Antagonist for the Suppression of Sebum Production with Properties Suitable for Follicular Delivery
A new compound was created in 2010 that can control oil production when applied to the skin, and its effects are completely reversible after two weeks.
research Theoretical evaluation of interaction of some dibenzo derivatives on both androgen receptor and 5α-reductase enzyme
Certain Dibenzo derivatives may help treat prostate cancer.
research ToF‐SIMS characterization of the lipid layer on the hair surface. II : Effect of the 18‐MEA lipid layer on surface hydrophobicity
18-MEA is essential for hair's water resistance, and a conditioner with 18-MEA and SPDA can restore it.
research Circumventing Mukaiyama oxidation: selective S–O bond formation via sulfenamide–alcohol coupling
A new, efficient method creates sulfinimidate esters from sulfenamides and alcohols without metals.
research Hyperbranched glycerol-based core-amphiphilic branched shell nanotransporters for dermal drug delivery
New nanocarriers improve skin drug delivery with low toxicity at certain concentrations.
research Emulsifying Properties of α-Chitin Nanofibrils Prepared by Aqueous Counter Collision
Chitin nanofibrils are better at stabilizing oil droplets in emulsions than cellulose nanofibrils.
research Análise de esteróides em extratos vegetais e estudo fitoquímico e biológico preliminar de Brunfelsia uniflora.
Brunfelsia uniflora has good antioxidant properties and moderate antibacterial activity.
research Biological activity of novel progesterone derivatives having a bulky ester side chains at C-3
The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.
research Adsorption of Diclofenac and PFBS on a Hair Keratin Dimer
Human hair keratin might be good for filtering out harmful substances from water.
research New fluorogenic probes for neutral and alkaline ceramidases
New probes were created to effectively measure specific enzymes involved in fat metabolism, which could help develop new drugs.
research News Review: Lipid Technology 5/2014
New cleaning surfactants, biofuel production plans, dairy expansions, improved lipid testing methods, and various product launches and developments were reported in lipid technology.
research Local and Systemic Reduction by Topical Finasteride or Flutamide of Hamster Flank Organ Size and Enzyme Activity
Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
research Amino silicone polymers as hair softeners and conditioners : A comparison of amodimethicone and dimethicone copolyol amine
Both amodimethicone and dimethicone copolyol amine are effective hair conditioners.
research Nonsteroidal inhibitors of human type I steroid 5-.alpha.-reductase
New compounds called benzoquinolinones may treat conditions linked to excess DHT.
research Modulation of the 6-position of benzopyran derivatives and inhibitory effects on the insulin releasing process
Changing the 6-position on benzopyran molecules affects insulin release, with some compounds showing strong inhibitory effects.
research Flurandrenolide
research DESIGN AND EVALUATION OF FLUCONAZOLE LOADED ANTIDANDRUFF HAIR GEL
Fluconazole-loaded hair gel may offer a longer-lasting dandruff treatment.
research FCE 28260, a new 5α-reductase inhibitor: In vitro and in vivo effects
FCE 28260 is a stronger and longer-lasting inhibitor of 5α-reductase than finasteride, which may make it a better treatment for certain medical conditions.
research Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro‐ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate‐based straightening emulsion
Conditioning agents, especially jojoba oil and lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 methicone, protect and strengthen chemically straightened Afro-ethnic hair.
research Synthesis and structure–activity studies of side-chain derivatized arylhydantoins for investigation as androgen receptor radioligands
The nature of the side chain in RU 58841 derivatives greatly affects its AR affinity, with the N-(iodopropenyl) derivative 13 showing the highest AR binding affinity, suggesting its potential for developing high-affinity radioiodinated AR radioligands.
research Development and Optimization of Finasteride-Cinnamon Oil-Loaded Ethanol-Free Microemulsions for Transdermal Delivery
The optimized microemulsion with finasteride and cinnamon oil can effectively deliver the drug through the skin without using ethanol.
research Deposition of 18-MEA onto Damaged Hair to Form a Persistent Hydrophobicity
18-MEA and SPDA can restore damaged hair's smoothness and reduce frizz.
research Waterborne polyurethanes from castor oil-based polyols for next generation of environmentally-friendly hair-styling agents
Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
research RP-HPLC METHOD FOR SIMULTANEOUS ESTIMATION OF FINASTERIDE AND TAMSULOSIN IN TABLET FORMULATIONS
A simple, precise method was created for estimating Tamsulosin and Finasteride in medicine using common lab solvents, showing good precision and stability.
research Formaldehyde replacement with glyoxylic acid in semipermanent hair straightening: a new and multidisciplinary investigation
Glyoxylic acid is a safer alternative to formaldehyde for hair straightening and effectively changes hair structure.