research The human skin as a hormone target and an endocrine gland
Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
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research Obesity and the skin
Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.
research Effect of estrogens on skin aging and the potential role of SERMs
Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.
research Recent Advances in the Structural Design of Photosensitive Agent Formulations Using “Soft” Colloidal Nanocarriers
New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
research Spatiotemporal Expression, Distribution, and Processing of POMC and POMC-derived Peptides in Murine Skin
POMC-derived peptides are important for skin functions like immune response and stress management.
research JunB defines functional and structural integrity of the epidermo-pilosebaceous unit in the skin
JunB is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and hair follicles.
research Minoxidil Skin Delivery from Nanoemulsion Formulations Containing Eucalyptol or Oleic Acid: Enhanced Diffusivity and Follicular Targeting
Eucalyptol and oleic acid in nanoemulsions improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, potentially enhancing hair loss treatment.
research Effects of autologous platelet‑rich plasma injections on facial skin rejuvenation
PRP injections improve facial skin by reducing wrinkles and pores.
research The mineralocorticoid receptor as a novel player in skin biology: beyond the renal horizon?
The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.
research Photobiomodulation devices for hair regrowth and wound healing: a therapy full of promise but a literature full of confusion
Photobiomodulation may help with hair growth and wound healing, but research is inconsistent and needs better quality studies.
research Laser therapy on darker ethnic skin
Laser therapy on darker skin has higher risks and needs expert handling.
research Curly bare (cub), a new mouse mutation on chromosome 11 causing skin and hair abnormalities, and a modifier gene (mcub) on chromosome 5
A new mouse mutation causes skin and hair issues, influenced by another gene.
research Systematically optimized coenzyme q10-loaded novel proniosomal formulation for treatment of photo-induced aging in mice: characterization, biocompatibility studies, biochemical estimations and anti-aging evaluation
The new CoQ10 gel protects mouse skin better against aging from UV light than the old gel.
research Lifestyle and Physiological Factors Associated with Facial Wrinkling in Men and Women
Age, smoking, and lower BMI increase facial wrinkles; men wrinkle more than women, except in old age; pale skin and certain hormonal factors can protect against wrinkles.
research Aromatic plants as cosmeceuticals: benefits and applications for skin health
Aromatic plants can naturally help prevent skin aging and improve skin health.
research Increased Susceptibility to Skin Carcinogenesis Associated with a Spontaneous Mouse Mutation in the Palmitoyl Transferase Zdhhc13 Gene
A mouse gene mutation increases the risk of skin cancer.
research ADSCs inhibit photoaging‐ and photocarcinogenesis‐related inflammatory responses and extracellular matrix degradation
ADSCs help protect skin from UV damage and aging.
research Apocrine sweat gland obstruction by antiperspirants allowing transdermal absorption of cutaneous generated hormones and pheromones as a link to the observed incidence rates of breast and prostate cancer in the 20th century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research The effects of narrowbands of visible light upon some skin disorders: a review
Visible light can improve skin disorders and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand long-term effects.
research Skin cancer: understanding the journey of transformation from conventional to advanced treatment approaches
New treatments like nanotechnology show promise in improving skin cancer therapy.
research Photobiomodulation therapy for androgenetic alopecia: A clinician’s guide to home-use devices cleared by the Federal Drug Administration
FDA-cleared devices may help treat hair loss, but more research needed; consult dermatologist before use.
research The Epidermal Vitamin D System and Innate Immunity: Some More Light Shed on This Unique Photoendocrine System?
Vitamin D made by the skin plays a role in immune defense and skin health, and more research is needed to understand its full effects.
research Coenzyme Q10 phospholipidic vesicular formulations for treatment of androgenic alopecia:ex vivopermeation and clinical appraisal
Coenzyme Q10 vesicular formulations can potentially treat androgenic alopecia by promoting hair growth and thickness.
research Highlighting nuances of blue light phototherapy: Mechanisms and safety considerations
Blue light therapy is safe for skin and may protect against UV radiation.
research Dermo-Cosmetic Benefits of Marine Macroalgae-Derived Phenolic Compounds
Marine algae compounds may improve skin health and promote hair growth.
research Look at Your Hair the Way You Look at Your Face: Concept of Total Facial Skin and Hair Care
Take care of your hair as much as your face for a youthful look.
research Frontiers in Topical Photoprotection
Sunscreen technology is improving with new ingredients and methods to better protect skin from sun damage.
research Structure and Function of the Skin
The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
research Pathophysiological and Pharmaceutical Considerations for Enhancing the Control of Sarcoptes scabiei in Wombats Through Improved Transdermal Drug Delivery
Improving how drugs are absorbed through the skin could better treat mange in wombats.
research A Genome-Wide Association Study and Machine-Learning Algorithm Analysis on the Prediction of Facial Phenotypes by Genotypes in Korean Women
The model accurately predicts skin conditions in Korean women using genetic information, aiding personalized skincare.